Appeal over assault in Tipp

Gardaí are appealing for witnesses to a serious assault that occurred on Abbey Street and Barrack Street, Cahir, Co Tipperary, in the early hours of Saturday, December 20.

The incident occurred shortly after 1.40am.

A male (aged in his 20s) was treated by emergency services and conveyed to Tipperary University Hospital for treatment of serious injuries.

The male remains in critical condition. The scene was preserved for a technical examination.

Gardaí are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed this incident to contact them.

Any persons who were in the vicinity of Abbey Street and Barrack Street, Cahir between 1.15am and 2am last Saturday and who may have video footage (including dash-cam) are asked to make this footage available to investigating Gardaí.

Anyone with any information is asked to contact Cahir Garda Station on 052 744 5630, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda station.