Garda headquarters said no further information is available. Photograph: Alan BetsonA young boy and a woman in her 60s have died in a house fire in Co Offaly, gardaí have confirmed. Another woman (50s) is receiving hospital treatment for serious injuries following the fire. Garda headquarters confirmed the two fatalities in a statement on Sunday morning. It said gardaí in Tullamore are investigating the cause of the fire and have appealed for anyone with information to come forward.

Source: The Irish Times December 07, 2025 10:06 UTC