Suspect held as man dies after assault

A 58-year-old man has died after a serious assault in Kildare on Saturday night gardaí said.

One man was arrested at the scene in Sarto Park in Naas.

The victim, named locally as Patsy ‘Bud’ Kelly, was taken to Naas General Hospital where he later died. He was described as well known and a well-liked figure in the Naas and Newbridge areas.