Man arrested following Derrylin fire

Detectives investigating a fatal house fire in Derrylin this morning have arrested a 27 year old man on suspicion of murder. Police were called to an address in the Molly Road area of Derrylin at around 7.20am this morning.

The suspect was detained at the scene and transferred to hospital for treatment prior to his arrest. PSNI Detective Superintendent Jason Murphy gave an update on the incident: “At this time we believe the fire, which has claimed at least three lives, was started deliberately. We are continuing to thoroughly examine the scene along with our colleagues in the Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service.”

The Detective Superintendent said that the investigation was ongoing: “Our thoughts are with family, friends, local community and all of those affected by this tragic incident. I would renew my appeal to anyone who was in the Molly Road/Doon Road area this morning to contact police. We are particularly keen to speak to anyone who was in, or travelling through Derrylin prior to the time the fire broke out at approximately 7.10am.”

If any member of the public can assist in the investigation they are urged to call the Police Service of Northern on 101, quoting reference number 179 27/02/18