There were some concerning scenes in a south Kilkenny village over the weekend.
Videos circulating online, which have been seen by KCLR News personnel, show a lone Garda surrounded by youths, some of whom are holding hurls, others throwing items, with more showing individuals fighting.
It’s understood to have happened on Saturday night in Carrigeen and it’s not yet known if other Gardaí were present at the time.
It comes as a Carrigeen Text Alert Information Night is set to take place at The Royal Oak tomorrow (Tuesday, 13th Oct) from 8pm.
UPDATE (1:50pm, Monday, 12th Oct):
Gardaí have confirmed they responded to an incident of public disorder in Carrigeen village, Co Kilkenny in the early hours of Sunday (11th October).
A spokesperson says “a gathering of youths was observed at the above location, some of whom had their faces covered and carrying hurleys”.
They add “While in attendance a Garda vehicle was damaged and an attempt was also made to assault a member of An Garda Síochána by a person brandishing a hurley.”
An Garda Siochána is also aware of content on social media that purports to relate to the incident but does not comment on such platforms.
However, investigations are ongoing and they’re appealing to anybody with information or footage to contact Waterford Garda Station on 051 305300, the Garda Confidential Line: 1800 666 111 or any Garda station.
UPDATE (11:55am, Monday, 12th Oct):
The KCLR Daily heard reaction from Cllr Pat Dunphy and local farmer John Crowley;
