07/09/2015

Man Seriously Injured Following Attack In Co Offaly

A man has been seriously injured after being attacked in Co Offaly.

The incident happened at the victim's home on Rochfortbridge Road just before 2am on Monday morning.

The man was stabbed many times and his house was set on fire.

He is currently being treated in St James' Hospital in Dublin where he is believed to be in a critical condition.

Gardai are appealing to anyone with information to contact them.

(CD)

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