13/11/2007

Man Injured In Fight In Athenry

A man has reportedly suffered facial injuries during a street disturbance in Athenry, Co Galway on Monday night.

According to reports, gardaí were called to the main street in the town around 11pm, following reports that up to 50 members of the travelling community were involved in a row at Keane's bar.

The crowd, who are believed to have earlier attended a funeral in Tuam, dispersed after the man was taken to University College Hospital in Galway for treatment.

(KMcA)


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