Man in his 60s in critical condition after serious assault

A man in his 60s is in critical condition after a serious assault which occurred in Westport in the very early hours of Saturday morning.

Gardaí are investigating the assault which occurred when two men were involved in an altercation on High Street, Westport at approximately 1:20am this morning.

One man, aged in his 60s, was seriously injured during the incident. He was taken to Mayo University Hospital, where his condition is described as critical.

The scene is currently preserved for a forensic examination by the Garda Technical Bureau.

A man in his 20s was arrested at the scene, and is currently detained at a Garda station in the North Western Region.

Gardaí are appealing for anyone who may have witnessed this incident to come forward.

Any pedestrians or road users who were in the vicinity of High Street in Westport between 1.00am and 2.00am this morning, Saturday September 9, and who may have camera footage (including dash cam) is asked to make this available to investigating Gardaí.

Anyone with information in relation to this incident is asked to contact Westport Garda Station on 098 50230, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda station.