Non-national man assaulted in Limerick after ‘fabricated allegations'
The man, aged in his 40s, was taken to University Hospital Limerick after being assaulted on July 1 at approximately 3.45pm in the Parnell Street area, near People's Park.
According to a Garda spokesperson, he suffered non-life threatening injuries.
The assault came after several members of the public expressed concerns about the man's alleged behaviour in People's Park on the previous day.
A Garda spokesperson said: 'On Monday, June 30, 2025 a number of members of the public expressed their concern to Gardaí attached to Henry Street Garda Station, for the alleged behaviour of a man who had earlier been seated in the People's Park, Limerick.'
After enquiries, Gardaí have said they are 'satisfied that the alleged conduct was not of a criminal nature and was nothing untoward'.
'The male fully co-operated with Gardaí during the course of their enquiries. Gardaí are aware that this is the same male (the male who was assaulted) that was subject of the claims expressed on Monday, June 30,' the spokesperson added.
An Garda Síochána is appealing for witnesses to this incident of assault to contact Roxboro Road Garda Station on 061 214340 , the Garda Confidential Line 1800 666 111 or any Garda station.
Online disinformation
Gardaí also noted that they are aware of the 'misinformation and disinformation currently in circulation online' relating to the initial concerns raised my members of the public. They have asked for any content shared to not be 'forwarded onwards or further posted'.
Limerick-based refugee and migrant rights organisation, Doras, shared a statement condemning the "fabricated allegations'.
'We are appalled by the recent assault in Limerick of a man from a migrant background, following unfounded and fabricated allegations against him. This was a targeted act of harassment and violence. It has understandably caused fear and distress within migrant communities — and, rightly, outrage among the vast majority of people in Limerick who reject racism and vigilantism,' read the statement.
Doras said Limerick has a proud tradition of being a welcoming and inclusive city — and that hate and harassment has no place there.
'We urge everyone: please do not share or engage with posts or videos that spread false claims. Doing so can put innocent people in real danger.'
Doras said they are providing support to the man who was assaulted.
'We stand firmly with all migrants and others who face harassment or violence simply because of who they are,' they added.
'If you witness or experience racism or a hate crime, please contact us at 083 008 6391 or email: mvs@doras.org'.
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