Partygoer in arson inquiry

A man has been arrested for arson and for assaulting police officers after he was rescued from a fire in north Belfast.

A row broke out at a house party in the Manor Street area at about 2220 BST on Sunday.

It was claimed a man threatened people before setting the house on fire.

Firefighters and police rescued the man, who was found unconscious in an upstairs bedroom.

He allegedly became aggressive as he recovered, and assaulted police officers.

He was treated for the effects of smoke inhalation, and is due to be questioned later on Monday.

All other partygoers escaped unhurt.