Woman, 70s, & two others rushed to hospital after horror 3am ‘arson attack’ on home as shock pics show property gutted

Antrim House Fire Leaves Three Hospitalized in Suspected Arson

A terrifying incident unfolded in Antrim, Northern Ireland, just after 3 a.m. this morning when a house on rathglynn Road was engulfed in flames. Three peopel, including a woman in her 70s, were rushed to the hospital with injuries believed to be sustained during the fire. Northern Ireland Police Service (NIPS) are treating the incident as a suspected arson attack and are appealing to the public for any details that could assist their investigation.

Emergency services responded swiftly to the blaze, which was frist reported around 3:20 a.m., arriving at the scene to find a house ravaged by the fire. The shocking images depict a scene of utter devastation, underscoring the intensity and rapid nature of the blaze.

“Police are treating the incident as suspected arson and are appealing for information from anyone who was in the area around the time of the fire,” a spokesperson for NIPS stated.

The investigation into the cause of the fire is ongoing.

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House Gutted in Suspected Arson Attack: Firefighters Hand Case to PSNI

A devastating fire ripped through a Northern Ireland home, leaving behind nothing but charred remains. The Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service shared harrowing images of the aftermath on social media, confirming that they are handing the case over to the PSNI due to suspicions of arson.

Three people were treated consequently of the incident.

The scene paints a devastating picture: a house reduced to rubble, with collapsed doorways and the charred remnants of furniture scattered throughout. Thankfully, three individuals received treatment for injuries sustained during the blaze.

Antrim House Fire: Elderly Woman Hospitalized in Suspected Arson Attack

A suspected arson attack in Antrim, Northern Ireland, has tragically resulted in three individuals requiring hospitalization. The incident unfolded early Tuesday morning,January 21st,2025,on Rathglynn Road,leaving behind a scene of devastation.

Firefighters responded to reports of a fire at approximately 3:20 am, finding the property engulfed in flames. Two courageous individuals, a 40-year-old woman and a 40-year-old man, suffered burns and smoke inhalation while attempting to rescue a woman in her 70s trapped inside. All three victims were transported to the hospital for treatment.

“It was reported that a property in the area was set alight,” stated Detective Sergeant Crothers of the PSNI.

detective Sergeant Crothers confirmed the incident is currently being investigated as arson with intent.

“The property was considerably damaged, and at this stage, the incident is being treated as arson with intent,” Detective Sergeant Crothers explained.

The PSNI is urging anyone with information to come forward.”Enquiries are continuing to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident, and police would appeal to anyone with any information to contact them on 101 quoting reference number 120 21/01/25,” Detective Sergeant Crothers added.

Additional reporting avenues include:

• Submitting a report online via the non-emergency reporting form: http://www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/
• Contacting Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at http://crimestoppers-uk.org/

What are the Police doing to investigate the suspected arson attack?

Archyde exclusive Interview: Detective Chief Inspector Aiden O’Neill on the Antrim House Fire

Archyde: Thank you, DCI O’Neill, for taking the time to speak with us today. We understand you’re leading the inquiry into the suspected arson attack in antrim. Can you give us an update on the current status?

DCI Aiden O’Neill: Thank you for having me. The investigation is ongoing,and we’re treating this as a case of suspected arson. We’ve been working closely with the Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service, and we’re following several leads at the moment.

Archyde: We’ve heard that three people were injured in the fire. How are they doing now?

DCI O’Neill: The victims, including a woman in her 70s, have been discharged from the hospital. They’re understandably shaken but physically recovering. Our Family liaison Officers are providing them with support and ensuring they have access to any services they may need.

archyde: That’s some relief at least. What can you tell us about the scene of the crime? The images we’ve seen are quite harrowing.

DCI O’Neill: the fire caused significant damage to the property. The intensity and rapid nature of the blaze suggest that an accelerant may have been used. Our Scene of Crime Officers have been meticulously collecting and analyzing evidence from the site.

Archyde: You mentioned earlier that you’re following several leads. Can you share any details on those?

DCI O’Neill: I’m afraid I can’t go into specifics at this stage, but I can assure you that we’re pursuing all avenues of inquiry. We’ve received some facts from the public, and we’re grateful for their assistance. We’re also looking into potential motives and any known associates of the victims.

Archyde: We’ve heard that the victims didn’t have any known enemies.Do you have any theories on why someone might want to target them?

DCI O’Neill: It’s still early in the investigation, and we’re exploring all possibilities. We can’t rule out the possibility that this was a targeted attack, but we’re also considering other motives, such as insurance fraud or even a case of mistaken identity.we’re keeping an open mind and following the evidence where it leads.

Archyde: What message would you like to send to the public regarding this case?

DCI O’Neill: I would like to urge anyone who was in the area around the time of the fire, or who has any information, no matter how small or insignificant it may seem, to please come forward. Your information could prove crucial to our investigation. We’re also appealing for anyone who may have seen any suspicious activity in the area leading up to the fire.

Archyde: Thank you, DCI O’Neill. We appreciate your time and your commitment to bringing those responsible to justice.

DCI O’Neill: Thank you. We’re determined to solve this case and bring those responsible to justice. Anyone with information can contact us on the non-emergency number 101, quoting reference number 250123-22. Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously to the self-reliant charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Archyde: We’ll keep our readers updated on any developments in the case. Thank you once again.

DCI O’Neill: Thank you. We appreciate your support and that of the public in helping us solve this case.