Investigation ongoing following assault on girl, 16, in Fermoy

A man in his 30s is being questioned at Fermoy Garda Station

Gardaí are conducting inquiries and CCTV is being examined in an attempt to identify the assailants.

Gardaí in Cork are investigating an alleged assault on a teenage girl that happened on Monday afternoon in the centre of Fermoy.

The victim, 16, is believed to have been out walking in the Chapel Sq area of the town at about 1.20pm when she was allegedly attacked.

It is understood a number of people came to her aid, including another teenager, who received a minor injury and required medical attention.

The girl suffered minor injuries but is said to have been left very traumatised by the incident.

Gardaí say a man in his 30s was arrested in relation to the incident and is currently being detained at Fermoy Garda Station. He can be questioned for up to 24 hours.

Gardaí on Monday were conducting inquiries in the area and CCTV is being examined in an attempt to identify the assailants.

They say investigations are ongoing.

Anyone who may have witnessed the incident is asked to contact Fermoy Garda Station on 025 82100 or any Garda station.