Gardaí launch investigation following Christmas Eve stabbing

Gardaí have appealed to the public to come forward with any information they may have pertaining to a stabbing incident in the capital last night.

According to emerging reports, a man in his 20s has been hospitalised after being attacked near Belvedere Road on the city’s north side at approximately 11pm.

It is understood the victim managed to make his way along the North Circular Road before emergency services were called in the vicinity of the Big Tree pub.

The individual was taken to the Mater hospital where his injuries are said to be not life-threatening.

The Gardaí Technical Unit is currently examining the scene and Gardaí have yet to make any arrests.