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BreakingNews.ie
4 hours ago
- BreakingNews.ie
Two taken to hospital following arson attack in Armagh city
Two people have been taken to hospital following an arson attack in Armagh city, police said. The incident happened at an establishment in the Irish Street area of the city at around 8.55pm on Monday. Advertisement A 38-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and arson with intent to endanger life. Police are at the scene of an arson attack in the Irish Street area of Armagh which is closed at this time. A 38-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and arson with intent to endanger life. Details here: — Police Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon (@PSNIABC) August 18, 2025 A Police Service of Northern Ireland spokesperson said officers were at the scene on Monday night. 'Officers received a report of a fire shortly around 8.55pm,' they said. 'They were in attendance alongside colleagues from Northern Ireland Fire Rescue Service who extinguished the blaze. Advertisement 'Two people have been taken to hospital for treatment to their injuries. 'A 38-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and arson with intent to endanger life. He remains in custody at this time.' Newry and Armagh MP Daire Hughes condemned a 'frightening incident'. 'This was a frightening incident for those in the vicinity, and I want to commend the swift response from emergency services,' the Sinn Fein representative said in a post on X. Advertisement 'Police will remain in the area over the coming hours as their investigation continues. 'My thoughts are with anyone who may have been injured or impacted by this incident.'
The Independent
4 hours ago
- The Independent
Two in hospital after arson attack in Armagh city
Two people have been taken to hospital following an arson attack in Armagh city, police said. The incident happened at an establishment in the Irish Street area of the city at around 8.55pm on Monday. A 38-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and arson with intent to endanger life. A Police Service of Northern Ireland spokesperson said officers were at the scene on Monday night. 'Officers received a report of a fire shortly around 8.55pm,' they said. 'They were in attendance alongside colleagues from Northern Ireland Fire Rescue Service who extinguished the blaze. 'Two people have been taken to hospital for treatment to their injuries. 'A 38-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and arson with intent to endanger life. He remains in custody at this time.' Newry and Armagh MP Daire Hughes condemned a 'frightening incident'. 'This was a frightening incident for those in the vicinity, and I want to commend the swift response from emergency services,' the Sinn Fein representative said in a post on X. 'Police will remain in the area over the coming hours as their investigation continues. 'My thoughts are with anyone who may have been injured or impacted by this incident.'
Irish Times
8 hours ago
- Irish Times
Two taken to hospital following arson attack in Armagh city
Two people have been taken to hospital following an arson attack in Armagh city, police said. The incident happened at an establishment in the Irish Street area at about 8.55pm on Monday. A 38-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and arson with intent to endanger life. A Police Service of Northern Ireland spokesperson said officers were at the scene on Monday night. READ MORE 'Officers received a report of a fire shortly around 8.55pm,' they said. 'They were in attendance alongside colleagues from Northern Ireland Fire Rescue Service who extinguished the blaze. 'Two people have been taken to hospital for treatment to their injuries. 'A 38-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and arson with intent to endanger life. He remains in custody at this time.' Newry and Armagh MP Daire Hughes condemned a 'frightening incident'. 'This was a frightening incident for those in the vicinity, and I want to commend the swift response from emergency services,' the Sinn Féin representative said in a post on X. 'Police will remain in the area over the coming hours as their investigation continues. My thoughts are with anyone who may have been injured or impacted by this incident.' - PA
BBC News
16 hours ago
- BBC News
Armagh: Two taken to hospital following fire at pub
Two people have taken to hospital following a fire at a bar in County Armagh, the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service (NIAS) has ambulance service attended the scene on Irish Street following a 999 call on Monday evening. Two people were taken to Craigavon Area Hospital following initial treatment. Sinn Féin MP for Newry and Armagh, Dáire Hughes, commended the emergency services for their response in what was a "frightening experience" for those in the area. "Police will remain in the area over the coming hours as their investigation continues," he said. "My thoughts are with anyone who may have been injured or impacted by this incident."
BreakingNews.ie
4 days ago
- BreakingNews.ie
Appeal for information after altercation involving knives
Knives were among weapons that were reported during an altercation in Dungannon on Thursday, police have said. The Police Service of Northern Ireland is appealing for information and witnesses following the report of the incident at the Irish Street-Shambles Lane area of Dungannon. Advertisement Sergeant Fletcher said: 'At around 4:45pm, it was reported that a number of males were fighting and that weapons including knives were produced. 'At this time there have been no reports of any serious injuries. 'Inquiries are ongoing and I would appeal to anyone who may have witnessed this or anyone who may have information including dash-cam, CCTV or any other footage to contact us on 101 quoting reference 1190 14/08/25.' The PSNI said witnesses can also submit a report online via or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. Advertisement
