Woman (40s) arrested following fire at house in Cork city

A WOMAN IN her 40s has been arrested following a fire that occurred at a residence on the College Road in Cork this morning. 

The fire broke out at approximately 1am. The woman was arrested at the scene. 

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One man was taken University Hospital Cork for treatment, though his injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.

The fire was brought under control by local fire services and extensive damage was caused to the property.

The woman is currently detained at a Garda Station in the Southern Region under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act 1984.

The scene is preserved and a technical examination will take place today.

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