A man in his 40s remains in a critical condition after he was stabbed a number of times during a row at Quaker Road in Cork city centre last night.
Emergency services were called to an incident at Quaker Street at around 10pm.
The man was taken to Cork University Hospital where he underwent surgery overnight for a number of stab wounds. He remains in intensive care where his condition is said to be critical.
The scene has been preserved for a forensic examination and local diversions are in place around Quaker Street.
Gardaí are appealing to any witnesses, or anyone with video footage relating to the incident to contact Anglesea Street Garda Station on 021 4522 000, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any garda station.
