Man arrested after fatal assault

A man aged in his 50s has died following an assault in Dublin.

Another man has been arrested in connection with the incident.

The injured man, aged in his 50s, was taken to the Mater Hospital where he was pronounced dead.

The state pathologist was notified and a post-mortem examination was scheduled for Thursday at Dublin City Mortuary.

A man in his 30s was arrested as part of the investigation and he is currently being detained under the provisions of Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act 1984.

The scene was preserved for technical examination and the investigation is ongoing.

Anyone with any information that can assist Gardaí with this investigation is asked to contact Finglas Garda Station on 01 6667500, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station.