Teenager charged in connection with stabbing in Galway

The incident happened on Thursday night at around 10.45pm at the Renmore Barracks. 

A 16-year-old boy who was arrested in connection with the stabbing of a military chaplain in Galway has been charged. 

He is due to appear before Galway District Court later on Saturday afternoon. 

The incident happened on Thursday night at around 10.45pm at the Renmore Barracks. 

"Investigations are ongoing," a garda spokesperson added. 

The chaplain has been treated at University Hospital Galway since the incident.

He took to social media yesterday to say thank you for people's prayers, love, and concern.

"Sorry that I can't reply to all messages and take all the calls coming my way. I'm doing okay; just awaiting surgery. All will be well."