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The incident is understood to be in the Irish Street area of the city
A man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and arson with intent to endanger life after a fire at a pub in Armagh.
Two people have been taken to hospital for treatment to their injuries after the incident at the Toby Jug Bar on Irish Street in the city.
A PSNI spokesperson said: “Officers received a report of a fire shortly around 8:55pm. They were in attendance alongside colleagues from Northern Ireland Fire Rescue Service who extinguished the blaze.
“Two people have been taken to hospital for treatment to their injuries.”
“A 38 year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and arson with intent to endanger life. He remains in custody at this time.”
A local MP has referred to it as a “frightening incident for those in the vicinity.”
The incident is understood to be in the Irish Street area of the city
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Sinn Féin MP for Newry and Armagh, Dáire Hughes, said: “This was a frightening incident for those in the vicinity, and I want to commend the swift response from emergency services.
“Police will remain in the area over the coming hours as their investigation continues.
“My thoughts are with anyone who may have been injured or impacted by this incident.”
The road was aclosed to traffic while the blaze was dealt with.
An ambulance service spokesperson confirmed they attended the scene following an 999 call on Monday night.
Two people were taken to Craigavon Area Hospital following initial treatment.