The alarm was raised just before 8 am this morning.

A girl found injured in Co. Clare is in a critical condition. Emergency services attended a scene at a residence in Clarecastle, Co. Clare this morning. The alarm was raised just before 8 am this morning. Gardaí and emergency services found the girl with serious injuries this morning. According to The Independent, the young girl suffered injuries to her head. An adult female was also found unconscious at the residence in Clarecastle. She is also in a critical condition in hospital. Gardaí confirmed that the woman was unconscious when they found her. An incident room has been set up at Ennis Garda Station. A Senior Investigating officer will oversee the investigation. Gardaí issued a statement following this morning's incident. They confirmed they were alerted just before 8 am on September 27th. Gardaí are "investigating all the circumstances surrounding the discovery of a female child with serious injuries". Emergency services removed the child from the house and rushed her to Limerick University Hospital. "Investigations are ongoing." Gardaí have asked witnesses to contact them at Ennis Garda Station on 065 6848100. Witnesses can also contact the Garda Confidential Line 1800 666 111 or any Garda Station. A family liaison officer is supporting the family. We're keeping them in our thoughts at this unthinkable time. Investigations are ongoing. More to follow.