Teenager stabbed following 18th birthday party near Cork City

He was attacked after an argument broke out among teenagers in the Blackrock area

The teenager, who is in his late teens, was treated for his injuries at the scene at around 1am by paramedics who then rushed him to Cork University Hospital

A teenager is in hospital after being stabbed following a birthday party in Cork City.

He was attacked after an argument broke out among teenagers following the birthday party in the Blackrock area of the city.

The teenager, who is in his late teens, was treated for his injuries at the scene at around 1am by paramedics who then rushed him to Cork University Hospital.

His condition is not believed to be life-threatening.

Another teenager has been arrested by gardaí and he is currently being detained for questioning.

Statements have been taken from people at the party, and footage from CCTV cameras in the area is being collected by gardaí.

A spokesperson said: “Gardaí and emergency services attended the scene of a serious assault in Blackrock, Cork city on Sunday shortly before 1am.

“An adult male in his late teens was conveyed to Cork University Hospital for treatment of injuries.

“A male juvenile was arrested and detained at a Garda Station in Cork city under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act 1984.

“Investigations are ongoing.” 

Anybody with information is urged to contact gardaí.