Issue Date: 25/05/2026
Gardaí in Coolock are investigating following report of an alleged serious assault of a male, in Coolock, Dublin 17 on the evening of Wednesday 20th May 2026. The incident is believed to have occurred in Belcamp Park, near the Clonshaugh Park entrance closest to Clonshaugh Lawn.
Shortly after 6:00pm, Gardaí and emergency services responded to report of a man found unresponsive at Clonshaugh Park, Coolock, Dublin 17.
The man (aged in his 50’s) was conveyed to Beaumont Hospital for treatment of serious injuries. His condition remains critical.
The scene was preserved for technical examination.
Gardaí are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed this incident to come forward.
Anyone who was in the vicinity of the Clonshaugh Park entrance to Belcamp Park, or Clonshaugh Drive, Coolock, Dublin 17, during the hours of 5:30pm and 6:30pm on Wednesday 20th May 2026 and who may have camera footage—including dash-cam footage—is asked to make this available to investigating Gardaí.
In particular, Gardaí are appealing to people who may have been exercising in Belcamp Park at the time.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Coolock Garda Station on (01) 666 4200, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda station.
