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Teenager rushed to hospital after stabbing in Meath

The incident happened at around 4am.

A TEENAGER WAS rushed to hospital after being found with stab wounds in Co Meath early this morning.

The incident took place in Batterstown at around 4am.

The young man, aged in his late teens, was brought to Connolly Hospital in Dublin. His condition is described as stable.

Gardaí have asked anyone with information to contact Ashbourne Garda Station on 01 801 0600.

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