Witness appeal after axe attack in Tullamore

Gardaí in Tullamore are appealing for witnesses after a man was seriously assaulted inside a supermarket yesterday evening.

According to a garda spokesperson, "it's understood that, shortly after 8.30pm a man in his 30s was approached and assaulted by two males armed with an axe inside a supermarket in Cloncollig, Tullamore".

While it wasn't confirmed by the spokesperson today, the shop where the incident happened has been widely reported as the Tesco store in the town.

The injured man was later taken from the scene to Tullamore Hospital for treatment. His condition is not thought to be life threatening.

The scene is currently preserved for a technical examination.

No arrests have been made to date and inquiries are ongoing.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Tullamore Garda Station 057-9327600 or the Garda Confidential Line 1800 666 111.