Man (20s) suffers serious injuries and another man arrested following incident in Dublin

A man has suffered serious injuries following an incident in Clondalkin, Co Dublin, on Wednesday morning.

Shortly after 6:15 am, local gardaí, the Armed Support Unit, and Emergency Services personnel responded to reports of a violent disturbance involving two armed men at St Cuthbert’s Court, Clondalkin.

Upon arrival, gardaí discovered a man in his 20s with serious injuries.

The injured man was treated at the scene and taken by ambulance to Tallaght Hospital. His injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.

A second man, also in his 20s, was arrested at the scene. He is currently detained under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act, 1984, at a Garda Station in west Dublin.

A hatchet and knife were recovered from the scene which has since been technically examined.

Gardaí are appealing for witnesses to come forward. Anyone with information is asked to contact Clondalkin Garda Station on 01-666 7600 or the Garda Confidential Line 1800 666 111.

Gardaí say investigations are ongoing.