Investigation launched into house fire that left woman, 50s, and two gardaí injured

Dublin Fire Brigade attended the scene and extinguished the fire. File picture

Gardaí have launched an investigation into potential arson following a house fire in Dublin on Friday morning, which left a woman and two gardaí injured.

Gardaí were alerted to reports of the fire at 1:30am, at a house in Buirg an Rí Walk, Clondalkin, Dublin 22.

They were informed a person may have been trapped inside the property.

Despite the presence of thick smoke, two gardaí used a ladder to access the rear upstairs window of the property. 

They located a woman in her 50s and brought her to safety through the upstairs window, where she was subsequently brought to Tallaght University Hospital.

Her injuries are believed to be non-life-threatening.

Both male Garda members were also taken to Tallaght Hospital to receive treatment for smoke inhalation.

They have since been discharged but remain off duty.

"The fire is not believed to have started accidentally," a Garda spokesperson said.

The scene has been preserved and a technical examination will be conducted by Garda crime scene investigators this morning.

Dublin Fire Brigade attended the scene and extinguished the fire.

"All members involved are receiving support from their colleagues and local Garda management and the wider organisational supports of the Peer Support Service, Chief Medical Officer and 24-hour counselling service have been provided if required," a Garda spokesperson added.

Gardaí in Ronanstown are appealing to anyone who may have information or who may have witnessed this incident to come forward. Gardaí can be contacted at 01 666 7700, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda station.

Speaking this morning, Chief Superintendent Mick McNulty said: "I want to commend the incredible bravery of the two gardaí. I have no doubt that their actions prevented a more tragic outcome.”