Footage shows a male throwing a petrol can at the injured party's house
Gardaí are appealing for information following a suspected arson attack that occurred in Kilberry, Athy.
The incident took place on Saturday morning shortly after 5am.
The injured party awoke to a fire in the utility room of his house.
All occupants of the house were uninjured.
A petrol can was found at the back door of the house, and footage of the incident has been viewed.
In the footage, a male wearing a grey/black hoodie, white runners, black tracksuit bottoms, white jumper around his waist and a balaclava can be seen throwing the petrol can at the house.
Gardaí in Athy are urging those with any information in relation to this incident to contact them on 059 863 4210.

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