It is understood that the taxi driver, a 59-year-old man, was overpowered and seriously assaulted. He was taken to St James’s Hospital in Dublin for treatment for serious head and facial injuries.
It is understood that the taxi driver, a 59-year-old man, was overpowered and seriously assaulted by a group of youths after driving them from the city centre at around 12.30am.
He was taken to St James’s Hospital for treatment for serious head and facial injuries. His injuries are not thought to be life threatening.Two males and two females, all aged in their late teens and early 20s, have been arrested in connection with the incident.An appeal for witnesses has been issued, and anyone with information is asked to contact Sundrive Road Garda Station on 01-6666600 or the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111.
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