02/08/2011

Fatal Dublin Stabbing Probe Continues

Eight people arrested in relation to a fatal stabbing in Dublin over the weekend have now been released without charge.

Around 9.15pm on Sunday Gardai were called following reports of an assault taking place.

A man in his early 30s was taken to St James Hospital with serious stab injuries but was pronounced dead a short time later.

Gardai in Ballyfermot are continuing to investigate the death following the stabbing on Sarsfield Road.

Eight people, four males and four females in their 20s were arrested following the incident but were released overnight.

(BMcN)

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