Two people escaped injury after a flat was targeted by arsonists in Co Antrim.

Police are investigating the overnight attack in Mallusk Gardens, Antrim.

It is believed that flammable liquid was poured on the front door of the flat and set alight at around 4am.

Two people who were inside were removed by the fire service but were unharmed.

Police said officers are working to establish a motive for the attack.

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