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Garda probe after man (20s) attacked with 'machete-like weapon' during Dublin brawl

The man was rushed to hospital but his injuries are not thought to be life-threatening

Connolly Hospital in Blanchardstown

Clodagh Meaney

A man was attacked with a “machete-like weapon” during a brawl in Mulhuddart, west Dublin, it has emerged.

The incident occurred on Monday evening just after 6pm.

A man in his 20s was rushed to Connolly Hospital in Blanchardstown.

It is believed that his injuries are not life-threatening.

While nobody has been arrested, Gardaí say investigations are ongoing.

In a statement, a Gardaí spokesperson said: “Gardaí attended the incident of an assault which occurred in Mulhuddart, Co. Dublin on Monday 11th April 2022 at approximately 18:02pm.”

“One male (20s) was brought to Connolly Hospital Blanchardstown for injuries which are believed to be non-life threatening. “

“No arrests have been made, investigations ongoing.”


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