07/10/2014

Men Arrested Over Co Donegal Arson Attacks

Gardaí have arrested two men in connection with two arson attacks in Convoy, Co Donegal.

The men, understood to be aged in their 30s, have been arrested in connection with a fire at an Orange Hall and a Presbyterian Church. Both buildings were attacked last Friday.

Gardaí say that they arrested two men on Monday and that they are being held at Letterkenny Garda Station.

Garda have appealed for any witnesses or anyone who any information to contact them.

(MH/IT)

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