UPDATED: Two women arrested in connection with serious assault in the South East

Gardaí are investigating a serious assault that occurred at a residence in Clonard, County Wexford at approximately 1:10am on Sunday, May 10.

A man in his early 40s was discovered with apparent stab wounds and was taken to Wexford General Hospital with non-life threatening injuries. The scene is currently preserved in order for a technical examination to be carried out.

Two women in their 30s were arrested at the scene and are currently detained at Wexford Garda Station under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act 1984.

Investigations are ongoing.

Gardaí are appealing for anyone with information in relation to this incident to contact Wexford Garda Station on 053 9165200, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111 or any Garda Station.