Industrial estate fire was arson, say police
Four lorries were damaged in the attack, police said
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A fire that damaged a number of lorries at an industrial estate in County Antrim was started deliberately, according to the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI).
Fire crews from Ballyclare and Glengormley were called to the Dennison Industrial Estate in Ballyclare, County Antrim at 22:38 BST on Wednesday after receiving reports of a lorry on fire.
Stan Moore of the NIFRS said at its height, a total of 22 firefighters tackled the blaze, which damaged four lorries.
"Early indications are the cause was deliberate," he said.
'Recklessness hard to believe'
Police remain at the scene on Thursday
He said the fire was brought under control at 00:17 on Thursday.
The Police Service of Northern Ireland said officers would remain at the site on Thursday.
"This fire, which is being treated as deliberate, has resulted in a significant financial impact, both from the loss of the vehicles and any contents," Det Insp Adrian Keon said.
The senior officer said police will continue to gather evidence and explore all lines of enquiry.
"The recklessness of those responsible is hard to believe," he said.
Police have appealed for anyone with information to come forward.