Gardaí expected to launch murder investigation after man, 30s, killed in Cork City stabbing

Gardaí are appealing for witnesses, particularly taxi drivers and motorists who were in the area at the time

Gardaí at the scene on Tuesday. Picture: Chani Anderson

Gardaí are set to launch a murder investigation after a man died following a fatal assault in Cork city centre.

At approximately 7.50pm, gardaí and emergency services responded to reports that a man had suffered injuries following a suspected stabbing incident near a property at Camden Court on Carroll's Quay and Knapp's Square.

It is understood the man, a Ukrainian national, went out to get something to eat after work, but returned home to his wife having being stabbed.

Emergency services attended to the injured man at the scene before he was pronounced dead.

A Garda spokesperson said: "His remains have been removed to Cork University Hospital. 

"The Office of the State Pathologist has been notified and an autopsy will take place in due course."

The scene at Camden Court apartments on Carroll’s Quay, where a man in his 30s died after a suspected stabbing on Monday evening; the area remains sealed off for examination. Picture: Chani Anderson.

A Senior Investigating Officer has been appointed to lead the investigation and an incident room has been established at Watercourse Road Garda Station. 

A Family Liaison Officer has been assigned to support the family of the deceased.

Gardaí are appealing for witnesses to this incident to come forward, particularly taxi drivers and motorists in the area at the time.

Anyone who was in Devonshire Street, Knapps Square, Lower John Street areas of Cork city on Monday, March 16 between 7.30pm and 9pm and who may have camera footage (including home security and dash-cam) is asked to provide this footage to investigating Gardaí.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Mayfield Garda Station on [phone], the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda station.