A man in his late 40s is being treated for serious injuries after an apparent stabbing incident in Dublin.
Shortly after 8.15pm this evening emergency services were called to the scene at Shanliss Way, Santry following reports of an assault.
The man was treated at the scene and was removed by ambulance to the Mater Hospital.
His injuries are understood to be serious but not life threatening.
No arrests have been made and gardaí are appealing for any witnesses to come forward. An examination of the scene has been carried out and local enquires are ongoing.
They are also looking for camera footage from the vicinity of Shanliss Way and Coultry Grove areas at the time of the incident to make it available to them.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Ballymun Garda Station 01 6664400 or the Garda Confidential Line 1800 666 111.