Man seriously injured in Dublin city centre assault

Victim attacked on Fishamble Street at 2am is being treated in hospital

Gardaí in Pearse Street are investigating the assault in Dublin city centre.
Gardaí in Pearse Street are investigating the assault in Dublin city centre.

A man is being treated in hospital for very serious injuries this morning after being attacked in Dublin city centre.

The victim in his 30s was assaulted and robbed on Fishamble Street at about 2am this morning.

He was sent to St James’s Hospital where he is being treated for very serious injuries. However his injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.

Gardaí in Pearse Street are investigating and have appealed for witnesses to contact them.

Genevieve Carbery

Genevieve Carbery

Genevieve Carbery is Deputy Head of Audience at The Irish Times