Issue Date: 15 May 2023
Gardaí are continuing to investigate an incident of arson in Buncrana, County Donegal, that was reported to Gardaí shortly before midnight on Thursday 11th May 2023.
The incident occurred at a premises within a business park in the Lisfannon area of Buncrana, County Donegal and Gardaí attended the scene at approximately 11:55pm.
The fire was extinguished by local fire services. The premises, which was unoccupied at the time of the fire, was significantly damaged.
The scene was preserved and a technical examination was conducted.
An investigation is being conducted at Buncrana Garda Station. As with all criminal investigations, the motive behind the incident will form part of the investigation.
Gardaí are appealing for any witnesses to this incident to come forward.
Any persons travelling in the Lisfannon area between 8pm and 12 midnight on Thursday 11th May 2023 who observed any activity which drew their attention are asked to contact Gardaí.
Any road users who may have camera footage (including dash-cam) and were travelling in the Lisfannon area between 8pm and 12 midnight on Thursday 11th May 2023 are asked to make this footage available to Gardaí.
Anyone with any information is asked to contact Buncrana Garda Station on 074-93 20540, the Garda Confidential Line 1800 666 111 or any Garda Station.
