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Member of clergy hospitalised following stabbing in Waterford

Member of clergy hospitalised following stabbing in Waterford
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Gardaí are investigating an assault that occurred in Waterford on Sunday morning.

The incident happened at a home in Ardkeen at around 9:30am.

A man in his 30s who is understood to be a member of the clergy was stabbed during the incident and taken to Waterford University Hospital to be treated for his injuries.

His injuries are understood to be serious but non-life threatening.

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A man in his 20s has been arrested in relation to this incident and is currently detained at Waterford Garda station.

Investigations are ongoing.

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