This article is from page 14 of the 2012-10-02 edition of The Clare People. OCR mistakes are to be expected so download the original SWF or the rendered page 14 JPG
GARDAÍ have launched an investigation after a man was stabbed at his home in Shannon.
The serious assault occurred at around 6.30am on Sunday morning in Cluain Airne, Shannon.
The occupier of the house opened his front door and was then stabbed in the stomach by a man who was standing outside. The man then fled the scene.
The injured man called the emergency services and was treated at the scene before being taken to Limerick Regional Hospital for treatment but his condition isn’t believed to be life threatening.
Gardaí have released details of the person they believe is responsible for the attack. He is described as being 5’8” in height and approximately 2021 years of age. He was wearing a navy jacket with an Eircom logo on the back.
Gardaí say he may have had a black eye. The injured man is currently recovering in hospital.
Gardaí in Shannon are appealing for anyone with information on the incident or anyone who may have seen anything to contact them.