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Sophie McLaughlin

Driver 'set car on fire' after crash in Co Armagh

A driver suspected of driving under the influence 'set fire' to their vehicle after crashing it in Armagh in the early hours of Saturday morning.

Officers from the Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon area took to social media to share images of the incident and warn the public on the dangers of drinking and driving.

The motorist was found by the PSNI and taken into the police station after the crash.

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A spokesperson for the Police Service of Northern Ireland said: "B Section looking after you tonight.

"Imagine our surprise in Armagh, a motorist decided to set fire to their car after they crashed it.

Officer at the scene of the incident (PSNI)

"The good news is we found the driver and they will be told after a sobering night in the cells that their car is a write off.

"Don't drink and drive but also don't set fire to your car thinking you won't be caught.

"#KeepingPeopleSafe."

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