Gardaí investigating assault of man (70s) in Waterford City
Gardaí arrested a man in relation to the alleged assault of a pensioner in Waterford City
The Gardaí in Waterford are investigating a serious incident that occurred in the city over the weekend.
On Friday, August 1, at around a 2.20pm in the afternoon uniformed Gardaí responded to a call and attended a youse in St Catherine's Grange housing estate.
A spokesperson for the Gardaí told Waterford News & Star that a male in his 70s was found unconscious and injured at the scene.
A second male, aged in his 30s, was arrested at the scene.
It's understood this male was subsequently charged with assault causing harm contrary to Section 3 of the Non-Fatal Offences Against the Person Act 1997.
He has been remanded in custory.
The Garda spokesperson said the investigation into the matter is ongoing at Waterford Crime Unit.
Anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact Waterford Garda Station on 051 305300 or the Garda Confidential line on 1800 666 111.
