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A man in his 40s is believed to be in critical condition in hospital after what Gardaí have described as a “serious assault” at Knockane, Co. Tipperary on Saturday evening.
It has been reported by the Irish Mirror that the man was doused in petrol and set on fire.
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Two men, both aged in their 20s, were arrested in connection with the incident a short time later and they still remain in garda custody.
A gardai spokesperson said: "Shortly after 9pm on Saturday, 11th October 2025, Gardaí responded to reports of a serious assault at Knockane, Co. Tipperary. A male in his 40s was treated at the scene and subsequently transported by ambulance to Cork University Hospital with serious injuries."
They continued: "Two males, both in their 20s, were later arrested in connection with the investigation. They are currently detained under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act 1984 at a Garda station in Co. Tipperary."
"Investigations are ongoing."
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