09/06/2015

Appeal For Information In Ballyfermot Assault Investigation

Gardaí have appealed for witnesses of a serious assault in Ballyfermot in the early hours of Tuesday morning.

Garda were called to reports of an alleged assault at a property on Kennelsfort Road, Palmerstown at about 03:45 this morning.

Two men were found at the scene and have been taken to James Connolly Memorial Hospital. One of the men is believed to be in a serious condition.

A third man was arrested at the scene and is being detained at Ballyfermot Garda Station under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act.

The scene is currently preserved to allow for a forensic examination and local traffic diversions are in place.

(MH)

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