Two men have been injured in a stabbing incident in Ballyphehane on the southside of Cork city.
A dispute arose between the men shortly after 9pm on Tuesday.
One man was taken by ambulance to Cork University Hospital (CUH). His condition is described as being serious.
The other man left the area.
However, he later presented himself at hospital where he was treated for stab injuries.
His condition is not understood to be serious.
Gardai will undertake door-to-door inquiries in a effort to determine the circumstances in which the two men sustained their injuries.
The area has been sealed off for technical examination.
Anyone who witnessed suspicious activity in the area is asked to contact Togher Garda Station in the city.
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