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Witness Appeal - Incident on Dollymount Strand on the 19/7/16

Gardaí at Clontarf investigating an assault on Dollymount Strand on the 19th July 2016 at approximately 8pm, are seeking the public's assistance.

The incident occurred as a couple were walking on Dollymount beach when a young male approached the couple and took a pair sunglasses from the mans head. There was a confrontation and the suspect and 4 other males attacked the injured party before leaving the scene. The man was taken to Beaumont hospital but his injuries are not believed to be life threatening.
 
Five males were arrested on the Clontarf Road a short time later and taken to Clontarf and Raheny Garda stations. 
 
Gardaí are appealing for any witnesses, in particular anyone who may have been taking photos or a video of the incident to contact Clontarf Garda Station on 01-6664800, any Garda Station or the Garda Confidential Line on 1800-666-111