The man is being detained in Carlow Garda Station
By Elizabeth Lee
A MAN in his 40s has been arrested in Portarlington in connection with a knife attack that took place in Carlow town on Wednesday evening.
A Carlow man was slashed in the face and neck during the assault, which took place at the Liberty Tree, Potato Market, Carlow.
The injured party was brought to St Luke’s Hospital, Kilkenny, where he was treated for non-life-threatening injuries.
The man arrested in connection with the incident is being detained in Carlow Garda Station.
Gardaí are appealing for anyone who may have witnessed the incident or who have dashcam footage that may be relevant to contact them at Carlow Garda Station on 059 9136620.