Man critically injured in Temple Bar assault identified after Garda appeal

Michael Bolton

Gardaí identified a man who was critically injured in an assault in the Temple Bar area of Dublin earlier this week.

Two men were arrested in connection with the incident on Friday evening.

The two men, aged in their 20s and 30s, continue to be detained under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act 1984 at Garda Stations in Dublin.

The injured man, whose age is unknown, remains in a critical condition at Dublin’s Beaumont Hospital, An Garda Síochána said in a statement.

Gardai released an image of a tattoo they say is on his right forearm.

It is comprised of a blue and white tattoo and the words “Ceol is Beatha”, ceol meaning music and beatha meaning life.

Gardaí continue to appeal for any witnesses to this incident to contact them. Anyone who was in the area of Cope Street between midnight and 1:00 am, and who may have any information about the incident, is asked to contact investigating gardaí.

Gardaí can be contacted at Pearse Street Garda Station on 01 666 9000, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station.

Gardaí say investigations are ongoing.