Investigation Launched Following Suspected Arson Attack On House In Clondalkin

Friday, 8 September 2023 11:35

By Caoimhe Harney

A woman and two gardaí were taken to hospital.

Gardaí have launched an investigation into 'potential arson' following a house fire in Dublin last night.

This fire happened at a house in Buirg an Rí Walk in Clondalkin in the early hours of this morning.

Two gardaí and a woman in her 50s were taken to Tallaght hospital, after the officers used a ladder to rescue the woman from the property.

The two garda members have since been discharged, while the woman is being treated for non-life-threatening injuries.

The fire has since been extinguished by Dublin Fire Brigade.

Gardaí believe the fire was not started accidentally, and are investigating a potential arson attack.

They are appealing for anyone who may have information or who may have witnessed the incident to come forward.

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