An investigation is under way after a 21-year-old man died following an assault in Dublin city centre in the early hours of this morning.
The man was found on Clarendon Street, which is located close to Grafton Street, in a serious condition at around 3am.
He was taken to St James's Hospital, where he was pronounced dead a short time later.
It is understood that he had been working as a promoter in the area and it is believed he was stabbed a number of times after a fight broke out in the early hours of this morning.
Several scenes around Grafton Street have been preserved for forensic examination and the Office of the State Pathologist has been informed.
They include a large part of Grafton Street as well as Johnson's Court.
Coppinger Row and part of Duke street are also currently closed to the public.
At least 20 businesses in the area have closed. Some will reopen later this afternoon, while others will remain closed out of respect.
Gardaí said a Family Liaison Officer is supporting the young man's family.
Minister for Justice Jim O'Callaghan has been briefed on the incident and has extended his condolences to the man's family.
Gardaí are appealing for any witnesses, particularly anyone in the Grafton Street/Clarendon Street area between 2am and 3.30am and who may have camera footage, including CCTV or dash-cam, to contact Pearse Street Garda Station on 01 666 9000, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111 or any garda station.
