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Investigation into alleged assault at Laois juvenile club match

The match between Portarlington and Stradbally Parish Gaels had to be abandoned (file photo)
The match between Portarlington and Stradbally Parish Gaels had to be abandoned (file photo)

A garda investigation is under way following an alleged assault at a juvenile club football match in Co Laois yesterday.

The incident is reported to be related to a league game between Portarlington and Stradbally Parish Gaels, which had to be abandoned.

Gardaí said in a statement that they are "investigating an alleged incident of assault at a sports ground in Portarlington, Co Laois on Monday 30 May at approximately 7pm".

These inquiries are ongoing.

In a statement, Laois GAA said: "Laois GAA will review the referee's report when in receipt of same and thereafter, take action as appropriate and permitted under our disciplinary procedures."