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Man Dies After Paddy's Day Assault in Limerick

Alex Rowley
Alex Rowley

10:11 26 Mar 2026


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A man has died following a St Patrick's Day assault in Limerick.

Three men in their 20s are already before the courts in relation to the incident.

At around 10:20pm on March 17th, Gardaí and emergency services responded to reports of a man injured in an assault on Athlunkard Street in the city.

A man in his 50s was brought to University Hospital Limerick in a serious condition.

A number of arrests were made in the time that followed and charges were brought against those allegedly involved.

Gardaí have now confirmed that the victim died in hospital yesterday evening.

A post-mortem exam is due to be carried out today.

The office of the Coroner, and the State Pathologist have been notified.

Gardaí say investigations are ongoing.


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