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26/07/2016
Appeal For Witnesses In Vernon House Fire Investigation
Gardaí investigating a suspicious fire at Vernon Mount House in Cork city have appealed for witnesses.
Eight fire brigade units spent around 10 hours tackling the blaze at the historic building in Douglas, which was reported at approximately 9.30pm on Sunday, 24 July.
The building is said to have been very badly damaged in the fire.
A number of people were reported to have been in the area at the time and Gardaí have called on these people to come forward to assist with the investigation. Anyone with information should contact Togher Garda Station on 021 4947120 or the Garda Confidential line 1800 666 111.
(MH/LM)
Eight fire brigade units spent around 10 hours tackling the blaze at the historic building in Douglas, which was reported at approximately 9.30pm on Sunday, 24 July.
The building is said to have been very badly damaged in the fire.
A number of people were reported to have been in the area at the time and Gardaí have called on these people to come forward to assist with the investigation. Anyone with information should contact Togher Garda Station on 021 4947120 or the Garda Confidential line 1800 666 111.
(MH/LM)
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