Teenager hospitalised with head injuries after assault in Dublin city centre
Emergency services at the scene on Amiens Street, Dublin this afternoon. Photo: Padraig O'Reilly
A teenager is in hospital with head injuries after being attacked in Dublin city centre this afternoon.
Gardaí responded to reports of an assault on Amiens Street in Dublin 1, shortly after 2pm today.
The injured party, a male juvenile in his teens, was spotted with bandages on his head as a crew from Dublin Fire Brigade arrived at the scene with a fire brigade and ambulance.
He was taken to Temple Street Children’s Hospital nearby to be treated for his injuries, which are described as non life- threatening.
A garda spokesperson confirmed that they are investigating the incident.
“Gardaí responded to report of an assault on Amiens St, Dublin 1 that occurred shortly after 2pm this afternoon, Tuesday 30th April 2024,” they said.
“A male juvenile, in his teens, was conveyed to CHI at Temple Street for treatment of non-life-threatening injury.
“Enquiries are ongoing.”
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