A MAN in his 50s is in a serious condition in hospital in Limerick after being assaulted in the city overnight.
Gardaà are investigating “a serious assault” that happened on Athlunkard Street at approximately 9:40 pm.
It’s understood the man suffered stab wounds in the attack.
A man, aged in his 20s, has been arrested in connection with this investigation and is currently detained under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act at a Garda Station in Limerick.
The scene remains preserved for a technical examination with Athlunkard Street closed between the junctions of Island Road and Corbally roundabout. Local diversions are in place.
Gardaà are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed this incident to contact them.
Any road users or pedestrians who were in the Athlunkard Street area between 9pm and 10pm on Tuesday 17th March 2026 and may have camera footage (including dash-cam) are asked to make this footage available to investigating GardaÃ.
Anyone with any information is asked to contact Henry Street Garda Station on 061 212400, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda station.
Investigations are ongoing.