Man seriously hurt in Fermoy assault

Gardaí are investigating a serious assault at Fermoy, Co Cork, which took place yesterday evening.

At approximately 8.30pm, a 40-year-old man sustained serious head injuries during an altercation at a house in the Rathcarrig area of Fermoy. He was taken by ambulance to Cork University Hospital.

A man and woman, aged in their mid 20s, were arrested at the scene. They are currently detained under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act, 1984, at Fermoy garda station.

The scene is preserved pending a technical examination.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Fermoy garda station 025 82100, or the Garda Confidential Line 1800 666 111.