Conor McGregor’s pub in Ireland targeted with petrol bombs

Conor McGregor’s pub The Black Forge Inn in Dublin was targeted by criminals with a petrol bomb last day in Ireland as per reports from MMA Fighting.

The former UFC Champion bought the pub back in 2019 for $2.2 million and has been a regular presence at the pub ever since. In a statement given to MMA fighting, the pub management noted that there was no damage done in the incident.

“After hours last night it appears that criminals made an unprovoked effort to inflict damage to the Black Forge Inn. There was no damage done to any patrons, employees, or the Forge, and Mr. McGregor was not on the premises at the time of the incident. The gardai have opened an investigation into the event. We are open and busy as always,” the management noted in a statement.

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In a statement given to The Mirror, the Irish Police note that they are investigating the incident.

“Gardai are investigating an incident of attempted criminal damage at licensed premises on the Drimnagh Road, Crumlin last night, Wednesday, January 12, 2022. No damage was done to the premises. Gardai are appealing for witnesses in relation to this incident is asked to contact Gardai,” the statement read.

No arrests have been made in connection to the incident. As for McGregor, he is currently in Ireland recovering from the leg injury that he suffered during his fight with Dustin Poirier.

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