A MAN IN his 30s has been seriously wounded after suffering multiple stab wounds in an assault in Co Longford.
The incident happened on New Street in Longford Town just after 8.30pm on St Patrick’s Day.
The man “suffered apparent stab wounds when he was assaulted by a number of youths” according to a Garda spokesperson. He has been taken to Midland Regional Hospital in Mullingar, where his condition is understood to be critical.
An 18-year-old man and two male juveniles were arrested in connection with the crime a short time later. They are currently being detained at Longford Garda Station.
The scene of the incident has been preserved pending a technical examination. Investigations are ongoing according to gardaí.
They have appealed for any witnesses or anyone who has information regarding the incident to contact them at Longford Garda Station on 043 3350570, on the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666111, or at any Garda station.
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