Man critical after Limerick assault

A man is in a critical condition in hospital after being assaulted in Limerick city.

The incident happened at around a quarter to six yesterday evening in the Michael Street area.

It's understood the man, who's in his 20s and from the south side of the city, was attacked by a group of men.

He is being treated at the Mid Western Regional Hospital in Dooradoyle where his condition is said to be critical.