A 19-year-old man who was arrested in connection with an assault in Monaghan has been released from custody.

Gardai are investigating after an elderly woman sustained serious injuries when her home was burgled by two intruders in the early hours of yesterday morning.

Update at 8.15pm: Gardai investigating an assault in Monaghan have arrested a 19-year-old male this evening in the Monaghan area. He is currently being detained at Monaghan Garda Station.

A man has been arrested following a stabbing incident in Monaghan Town.