Man dies following weekend assault in Carrick-on-Suir

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A man has died following an assault in Carrick-on-Suir at the weekend.


The incident occurred at an apartment complex in the North Quay area of the town on Saturday night at around 11:30pm.


The man, who received an apparent stab wound, was taken to Waterford University Hospital in a critical condition.
He died from his injuries this morning.


The Office of the State Pathologist has been notified and a post mortem is due to take place today.
An incident room has been established at Clonmel Garda Station and investigations are ongoing. The scene of the incident remains preserved for a further technical examination.


A man, aged in his 40s, has been arrested. He is currently detained at Clonmel Garda Station under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act 1984.


Gardaí are appealing for anyone with information in relation to this incident to contact them at Clonmel Garda Station on 052 617 7640 or the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111.