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Laura Lyne

Investigation launched after vacant building set alight in north inner city Dublin

A garda investigation has been launched after a vacant premises on a street in north inner city Dublin was set on fire this evening.

The building on Sherrard Street in Dublin 1 was set alight just after 5.30pm this evening and Dublin Fire Brigade rushed to the scene. There were no injuries reported and the flames were quickly extinguished.

Gardai are now appealing for anyone with information to come forward to assist with the investigation. Footage has emerged online of the alleged incident which gardai have said cannot be verified.

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A spokesman said: "Gardaí are investigating a suspected criminal damage by fire incident that occurred at approximately 5:40pm on Monday 30th January 2023 at a vacant dwelling in the Sherrard Street area of Dublin 1.

"Local fire services quickly extinguished the fire. No injuries were reported. Investigations into this incident are ongoing.

"Anyone with information that can assist Gardaí with this investigation are asked to contact Fitzgibbon Street Garda Station on 01 6668400, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station."

In an update posted tonight, Dublin Fire Brigade said: 'Earlier this evening, four fire engines and a turntable ladder responded to a building fire off the North Circular Road. The fire was extinguished and the building was then ventilated using positive pressure fans."

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