TWO PEOPLE HAVE been arrested after a man was assaulted in Ranelagh, Dublin in the early hours of this morning.

The 32-year-old man suffered serious injuries and was taken to Saint James’ Hospital.

Gardaí arrested a 27-year-old man and a 22-year-old woman a short distance from the scene.

They’re being held at Rathmines and Terenure Garda Stations.

It happened at the Charleston Road/Oakley Road junction at 5:30 this morning.

The scene has been preserved for technical examination.

Gardai at Rathmines are now investigating the incident.

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Man in hospital with serious injuries after assault in Ranelagh this morning

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