No one injured in house door arson

House door set on fire in Rudolph Street, Sliema while residents were inside.

No one was injured when a house door in Rudolph Street, Sliema was set on fire during the early hours of this morning.

Initial investigations suggest that the fire occurred at around 12.45am while residents were inside.

No one was injured.

As yet, the motive has not been established but a magisterial inquiry is underway.

The blaze was put out by policemen using fire extinguishers. Members of the Civil Protection Department were also on site to ensure that the residence is safe.

Police investigations are ongoing.