Gardaí issue appeal over suspected arson attack at house in the Midlands

Gardaí are appealing for information in relation to a suspected arson attack at a house in the Midlands.

gardai are looking to speak with anyone who witnessed anything suspicious or has images of any suspicious activity at the Heathfields, Dublin Road, Portlaoise on Monday night into Tuesday morning.

Gardaí said a container with a flammable substance was left in the vicinity of the house and set alight. The resulting fire caused damage to the property.  The incident occurred in the early hours of Tuesday morning. 

Gardaí are appealing to anyone who has information, CCTV or dashcam footage, or who may have witnessed anything to contact Portlaoise Garda Station on 057 867 4100.