Young man 'viciously' assaulted in Limerick

A 21-YEAR-old man was “viciously” assaulted in Limerick city, a member of An Garda Síochána has confirmed.

The incident occurred in the early hours of Friday morning, February 2 at approximately 1.30am on Robert Street in the city.

The victim had left a nightclub in the area when he was punched in the face in what was “clearly” an unprovoked attack.

"The victim was later treated for injuries to his facial area at the University Hospital in Limerick. Unfortunately, we don’t have a description of the assailant,” Garda John Finnerty of Henry Street Garda Station said.

The gardai at Henry Street Garda Station are carrying out an investigation.

If you were around this area at approx. 1.30am on Friday morning you have seen this attack take place. Henry Street Gardai can be contacted at 061 212400.