Teenager in critical condition after assault outside nightclub in Dublin

Gardaí in Clondalkin have appealed for witnesses to come forward.

LAST UPDATE | 3 Sep 2022

146Vela Bar Assault Gardaí attended the scene of the assault Eamonn Farrell / RollingNews.ie Eamonn Farrell / RollingNews.ie / RollingNews.ie

A MALE TEENAGER is in a critical condition after an assault outside a nightclub in Clondalkin, Dublin 22, in the early hours of this morning.

Gardaí in Clondalkin were alerted to the assault and attended the scene outside the Vela bar and restaurant.

The venue was hosting a party for Leaving Cert students who received their exam results yesterday.

The male teenager received a number of injuries and was removed from the scene to James Connolly Memorial Hospital in Blanchardstown by ambulance. His condition is described as critical.

145Vela Bar Assault The incident happened outside the Vela Bar and Restaurant in Clondalkin Eamonn Farrell / RollingNews.ie Eamonn Farrell / RollingNews.ie / RollingNews.ie

Anyone with information has been asked to contact Clondalkin Garda Station on 01 666 7000, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 11, or any garda station.

Investigations are ongoing.