A boy has died following an arson attack in Waterford, according to local media. The incident occurred on Saturday evening. Emergency services were called to the scene after reports of a fire. The victim, a young male, was found unconscious and later pronounced dead in hospital.
Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident. Firefighters managed to contain the blaze within hours. No other casualties were reported. The location of the attack remains under review.
This is the second such incident in the area this year. A similar fire was reported in the same district earlier this month. Local officials have expressed concern over the rise in incidents. Police are currently examining possible links between the two events.
