The interior of Destined’s premises extensively damaged in arson attack on Saturday
Anyone who can spare a few hours this morning is asked to turn up at Destined’s premises for 10 am at the North West Learning and Disability Centre on Foyle Road.
There has been widespread revulsion across the city and the political divide that the building was broken into in the early hours of Saturday morning.
The door to the premises was smashed and a number of fires were started. The kitchen was also extensively damaged.
Mayor of Derry and Strabane Councillor Michaela Boyle said she was “shocked and saddened” at the attack.
She added: “Such a shame that anyone would target such a valuable facility.
“You can help by joining the community for a clean up today, Sunday at 10am.
“It would be great if you could spare some time to help.”
On Saturday afternoon, police said two males aged 15 and 13 years old were arrested after the arson attack on Destined charity’s premises.
Sergeant Michael Hughes said: “ Both males were arrested on suspicion of arson and two counts of burglary.
“The males were also arrested in relation to a burglary which occurred at a fast food outlet on the Bishop Street area of Derry sometime between 5:10 am and 5:25 am this morning.
“Entry was gained to the premises and it is believed that a sum of money was taken from a till inside the outlet. Damage was caused to the door of the property following the incident.
“Both are in police custody at this time.
“Our enquiries are continuing in relation to both of these incident.
“We would appeal to anyone who witnessed anything suspicious at either the Bishop Street or Foyle Road areas of the city, to contact police on 101 quoting reference number 350 29/02/20.
“Alternatively, information can also be provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 which is 100% anonymous and gives people the power to speak up and stop crime.”
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