Man in serious condition following overnight assault

Gardaí in Mullingar are investigating a serious assault in the town centre last night, which has left a man in a critical condition in hospital.

The assault happened around 1am in the Dominick Street/Grove Street area. The victim is a businessman and is also well-known in GAA circles.

It is understood the man, who is in his early 30s, had been attending a work Christmas party and as he left for home, he is understood to have intervened to help someone who appeared to be in difficulty.

A senior investigating officer is expected to be appointed to head the investigation.

The man, who is married, has a young family.

A scene is currently held for technical examination and an incident room has been established at Mullingar Garda Station.

Enquiries are ongoing.

Gardaí are appealing for any witnesses to this incident to come forward.

Any persons who may have camera footage (including dash-cam) from the areas around Grove Street and Mullingar Town centre between 12:30am and 1:30am, are asked to make this footage available to investigating Gardaí.

Anyone with any information is asked to contact Mullingar Garda Station on 01 666 9000, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station.