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Crime

Investigation underway after serious assault in Mullingar

GARDAÍ ARE INVESTIGATING a serious assault on a 19-year-old man yesterday evening. The teenager was attacked by a group of youths shortly before 7pm at Ginnell Terrace, Mullingar, Co Westmeath. The man has been transferred from Mullingar to Beaumont Hospital and his condition is described as critical. Anyone with information regarding the incident can contact the Garda confidential line on 1800 666 111.