Knife from stab scene examined

A knife recovered from the scene of a fatal stabbing in Limerick City has been sent to the State laboratory for forensic examination to ascertain if it is the weapon used.

Other items taken from the scene have also been sent for examination.

Paddy Redmond, 65, was found with a stab wound at an apartment at Mount Kennett Place, Dock Rd, when gardaí were called there at around 2am on Sunday.