Gardai in Cavan are investigating a serious stabbing incident which occurred at a house in Kilnaleck Co Cavan this afternoon (Wednesday 24th December 2014)
A female in her late 40's received serious stab wounds as a result of this incident. She has been taken to Cavan General Hospital where she is being treated for her injuries.
A man in his late 50's has been arrested in connection with this incident and is currently detained at Cavan Garda Station under the provisions of Section 4 – Criminal Justice Act 1984.
The scene at Kilnaleck is preserved pending a full Garda technical examination.
Investigations are continuing.
