A man has been arrested on suspicion of arson in Limavady after a blaze broke out at a shed on Sunday morning.
The blaze then spread to an adjoining shed at a neighbouring property, at around 8.30am.
Minor damage has been caused to the two houses on Rathbeg Crescent, but no-one was injured during the incident.
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One man in his 40s was arrested and is being questioned by police on suspicion of arson endangering life with intent.
PSNI Detective Sergeant Colhoun said: “It was reported at around 8.25am that a shed was on fire.
“The fire spread to an adjoining shed, and caused further minor damage to two houses. Damage was also caused to the electricity supply.
“Police attended the scene, together with colleagues from the Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service, who managed to bring the blaze under control.
“Fortunately, there were no reports of any injuries, however had the fire spread further, this incident could have resulted in serious consequences.
“One man aged in his 40s was arrested on suspicion of arson endangering life with intent, and remains in police custody at this time."
The NI Fire and Rescue Service sent three appliances to the blaze which was brought under control by 12.15pm.
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