Police appeal for information after petrol bomb thrown through window of Ballymena home

Police are appealing for witnesses and information after a report of arson with intent on Wednesday, 23rd April.

Inspector McClelland said:

“At around 10.40pm it was reported that a ground-floor flat was on fire in the Carnduff Drive area of Ballymena. Officers attended the scene along with colleagues from the Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service.

“We believe the fire resulted from a petrol bomb being thrown through the bedroom window of the flat in what appears to have been a deliberate act.

“Thankfully, no one was inside at the time and there were no injuries reported.

“A number of windows were smashed. However, the fire and subsequent damage was contained to the bedroom.

“As a precaution, residents from the neighbouring flats were evacuated for a short time before returning to their homes.

“Our enquiries are ongoing and at this stage, the fire is being treated as deliberate.

“We would appeal to anyone with any information about this incident, to contact us on 101, quoting reference number 1886 of 23/04/25. Alternatively, information can be provided to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org.”