Elderly Man, 80s, Dies After Assault in Tipperary Town

An elderly man in his 80s has died following a serious assault in Tipperary Town on the evening of September 12, 2023. The incident occurred around 21:35 local time on St Michael’s Avenue, where the victim sustained critical injuries. He had been receiving treatment at University Hospital Limerick since the attack but succumbed to his injuries, as confirmed by Garda Síochána on September 18.

Authorities have notified the local coroner and the Office of the State Pathologist, with a post-mortem examination scheduled for the coming days. The investigation into the incident is ongoing, led by a Senior Investigating Officer, with a Family Liaison Officer appointed to assist the victim’s family during this difficult time.

Arrest Made and Investigation Underway

A man in his 30s was arrested over the weekend in connection with the assault. He remains in custody under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act, 1984, at a Garda station in County Tipperary. Investigators have sealed off the area where the assault took place for technical examination, aiming to gather all possible evidence.

Gardaí initially issued an appeal for witnesses on Saturday, shortly after the incident. They are particularly interested in speaking to anyone who was in the St Michael’s Avenue area between 19:00 and 22:00 on September 12. Authorities are asking for assistance from anyone who may have video footage, including dashcam recordings, that could aid in the investigation.

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Tipperary Town Garda Station at 062 80670, the Garda Confidential Line at 1800 666 111, or any local Garda station.

This tragic event has shocked the community, and the investigation remains a top priority for local law enforcement.