Man arrested after fire destroys 19th century houses in Limerick

The houses are located on the Ennis Road, where the late great actor Richard Harris was reared

The adjoined early 19th century three-storey red brick houses are located on the Ennis Road. Pictures: David Raleigh

A man has been arrested after a fire extensively damaged two period houses in Limerick.

The fire at the houses, which are located on one of Limerick City’s most distinguished roads, occurred overnight.