By Q Radio News
A dog is being treated for burns following an arson attack in north Belfast.
Two properties have been damaged after a wheelie bin was pushed against the front door a house on Brompton Park.
It was then set alight at around 8am this morning.
No one was inside at the time.
Detective Sergeant Duffield said: "Our officers and the NIFRS attended the incident, which was reported to us at 8:30am.
"While there were no people in the house at the time, there was a dog inside which sustained burn injuries. The dog is now being cared for.
"The house has been extensively damaged as a result of this incident, while a neighbouring property has also been damaged.
"We believe this sinister and cruel attack was carried out at around 8am, and we're keen to hear from anyone who may have seen any suspicious activity around this time.
"In particular, we’d like to hear from anyone who saw a male wearing a dark-coloured hooded top who was observed at the scene of the incident at around 8am.
"This was an early morning attack carried out when many people are off for Christmas, enjoying the festive break, but the perpetrator of this callous attack clearly has no regard for this, the community, the people who live there or their property. It is fortunate we are not dealing with more serious consequences today.
"If you have information about this incident call detectives in Musgrave on 101, and quote reference number 496 of 26/12/20."
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