Man released on bail after GAA match stabbing in Tyrone

The GAA has condemned the incident
Both clubs involved in the game said support was being provided to their young players and supporters. File Picture: PA

Both clubs involved in the game said support was being provided to their young players and supporters. File Picture: PA

A 42-year-old man arrested after a referee and an umpire were injured during a stabbing at a GAA match in Co Tyrone has been released on police bail to allow for further enquiries.

The umpire required hospital treatment following the attack at Paddy Cullen Park in Cookstown on Thursday evening.

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