The man critically injured following an assault in Ballymun yesterday was pronounced dead this afternoon.
A Press Briefing will be held at Ballymun Garda Station at 4.30pm today, the 18/3/11..
Press Release attached refers.
Garda Press Office.
Gardaí at Ballymun, Dublin are appealing for witnesses in relation to a serious assault which occurred on the Ballymun Road outside a Pharmacy at approximately 9pm on Thursday, the 17th March 2011.
It is understood that up to two men were involved in the assault. A 48 year old man received serious injuries and is described as critical in Beaumont Hospital.
Anyone who may have witnessed this assault or who may have information is asked to contact Ballymun Garda Station 01- 666 4400, the Garda Confidential Line 1-800-666-111 or any Garda Station.
Garda Press Office.