Two hurt in Belfast petrol-bomb attack

The PSNI is investigating a petrol-bomb attack on a house in east Belfast early this morning.

The PSNI is investigating a petrol-bomb attack on a house in east Belfast early this morning.

The device was thrown through the front downstairs window of a house at Elgin Street at around 3am.

One teenager suffered minor burns to his hand, while another male teenager was treated for smoke inhalation.

The PSNI is appealing for witnesses, particularly in relation to a Volvo estate car that was seen in the area.

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