Suspected Arson in Cork Leaves Three Hospitalized

Cork City, Ireland – Three people are receiving treatment at Cork University Hospital (CUH) following a suspected arson attack at a home in Ballyphehane, Cork City, early Monday morning. Gardaí (Irish police) are investigating the incident as criminal damage by fire.

Details of the Incident

Emergency services responded to reports of a fire at a domestic residence on Clarke’s Road, Ballyphehane, at approximately 6:00 AM to 6:30 AM on February 23, 2026. According to Cork City Fire Brigade, three units attended the scene and extinguished the blaze, which was well established upon their arrival. The front door and stairs of the house were significantly damaged, with evidence suggesting a petrol bomb was used. RTÉ, EchoLive

Injuries and Hospitalization

A nine-year-old child, a man in his late 20s and a woman in her 40s were transported to CUH for treatment of smoke inhalation. Their injuries are not believed to be serious. A man in his 50s was treated for smoke inhalation at the scene by National Ambulance Service personnel. EchoLive, MSN

Investigation Underway

Gardaí have sealed off the house for a technical examination, and investigations are ongoing. The incident is being treated as a suspected arson case, with forensic teams working to determine the exact cause of the fire. CorkBeo, RTÉ

Second Suspected Arson in Cork

This incident marks the second suspected arson case investigated by Cork City Gardaí in the past week, following a similar incident in Rochestown last Monday. CorkBeo