Gardaí in Tallaght have launched a murder investigation following a fatal stabbing in Drumcairn Estate early this morning.
Emergency services were called to the scene around 4 a.m., where they discovered a 20-year-old man with stab wounds. He was transported to Tallaght University Hospital but was pronounced dead upon arrival.
A 35-year-old man has been arrested and is currently being held at a Dublin garda station under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act, allowing for up to 24 hours of questioning.
The crime scene has been preserved for forensic examination, and a post-mortem will be conducted by the state pathologist. An incident room has been set up, and both a senior investigating officer and a family liaison officer have been assigned to the case.
Gardaí are working to determine the motive behind the attack. A van found broken into at the scene is being investigated for any connection to the stabbing.
Gardaí are seeking witnesses, especially those who were in the Drumcairn Estate area between 3 a.m. and 4 a.m., or anyone with video footage, including dash cam recordings. Anyone with information is urged to contact Tallaght Garda Station at 01 666 6000, the Garda Confidential Line at 1800 666 111, or any garda station.
