Gang forces Polish family from home in Cork

A Polish family were forced to flee their home in Cork city after a gang started a fire in front of the house and attacked them when they tried to take belongings from it.

The incident happened in Lagan Grove in Mayfield on Monday night. Neighbours reported that, at approximately 11.30pm there was a knock on their door.

The man from the Polish family, who is understood to work as a chef, was looking for help.