County Cork: Man doused in petrol and set on fire during break-in
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Irish police remain at the scene to carry out a forensic examination
Irish police are searching for three men after a man was doused in petrol and set on fire in County Cork.
It happened during an aggravated burglary shortly before 04:00 local time at a house in Dunard, a housing estate in the Lotamore area.
The group entered the house armed with a metal object and assaulted the 23-year-old occupant.
Irish state broadcaster RTÉ reports the victim, external was also attacked with a machete.
As well as gardaí (Irish police), two units of the Cork city fire service attended the scene.
The house remains cordoned off to allow for a forensic examination.
The victim has been transferred to Cork University Hospital for treatment to burn injuries.
His condition is believed to be serious.