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Sam Roberts

Gardai rush to scene as man found on footpath after brutal assault in Co Limerick

A man was rushed to hospital with serious injuries after an assault in Co Limerick.

The incident happened on the Monabraher Road in Ballynanty in the early hours of Sunday morning.

Gardai and emergency services rushed to the scene where they found a man in his late 30s on a footpath at Cosgrave Park in Moyross.

He was brought by ambulance to Limerick University Hospital for treatment, where is currently in a serious but stable condition.

Officers are now appealing for anyone who was in either Cosgrave Park or Monabraher Road in the early hours of this morning to come forward with any information.

Cosgrave Park, Co Limerick (Google Maps)

A garda spokesman said: "Gardaí are appealing for anyone with information who was in Monabraher Road, Ballynanty, Limerick or Cosgrave Park, Moyross between 3.15a.m. and 4a.m. this morning Sunday 8th August, 2021 to come forward.

"Gardaí are particularly interested in speaking to any road users (including taxis) that may have dash cam footage. Anyone with information is asked to contact Gardaí at Mayorstone Garda Station 061 456980, the Garda Confidential Line 1800 666 111 or any Garda station.

"The investigation is ongoing."

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