A man was left in critical condition after being injured in a late-night assault incident in Waterford this weekend.
Gardaí have appealed for witnesses to the incident, which left a man fighting for his life at University Hospital Waterford. The serious assault took place at the junction of Cook Street and Mill Street in Cappoquin, Co. Waterford, shortly before midnight on Friday.
The victim, who is in his 40s, was rushed to University Hospital Waterford for treatment of "serious injuries". Investigations are ongoing, and Gardaí have asked anyone with information or who may have video footage to contact Dungarvan Garda Station.
"Gardaí in Dungarvan are appealing for witnesses in relation to a serious assault at the junction of Cook Street and Mill Street, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford, yesterday night, Friday 17th October 2025 at approximately 23:50," a spokesperson said.
"A male (aged in his 40s) was conveyed to University Hospital Waterford for treatment of serious injuries, where he remains in critical condition,
"Gardaí are appealing for any witnesses or anyone with information in relation to this incident or who may have video footage (including dash-cam) to contact Dungarvan Garda Station on (058) 48600, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station."