Prison officer's home targeted in 'sinister' arson attack which 'could have led to loss of life'

Gardaí said they are investigating the incident. File picture

Gardaí are investigating a petrol bomb attack on the home of a prison officer in the early hours of this morning.

The Prison Officers' Association (POA) said the petrol bomb smashed through a front window. It said the attack was "extremely sinister in nature and could have led to loss of life".