Gardai Launch Murder Investigation After Death Of Man In Kildare

Tuesday, 13 April 2021 14:25

By Hugh O'Farrell Walsh

Gardai have upgraded their investigation into a stabbing in Newbridge, County Kildare to a murder inquiry.

It's after a man in his 30s was stabbed in the town on Wednesday.

He died of his injuries in hospital on Saturday.

Following a post mortem examination the investigation has been upgraded to murder.

Meanwhile, Gardaí are renewing their appeal for anyone who may have witnessed this incident to come forward.

A man in his 30s, arrested at the time of the incident, is currently before the courts charged in connection with the case.

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