23/05/2018

Man Fatally Stabbed In Caherciveen, Kerry

An investigation has been launched into a fatal stabbing incident in Caherciveen, Kerry.

A 33-year-old man suffered serious stab wounds in an incident at Fertha Drive in the early hours of Wednesday morning.

He was pronounced dead at University Hospital in Kerry.

A 30-year-old man was arrested a short time after the incident and is currently detained at Killarney Garda Station under the provisions of Section 4 – Criminal Justice Act 1984.

The scene is currently preserved for a technical examination.

Gardaí have appealed for witnesses who may have been in the area at the time of the incident or have information to contact them at Caherciveen Garda Station on 066-9473600, The Garda Confidential Telephone Line 1800 666 111 or any Garda Station.

(MH/LM)

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