An investigation is under way into the death of a 23-year-old man following a stabbing incident in Shannon, Co Clare.

Gardaí say that two men were injured following an altercation between a number of people at the Shannon Knights Night Club in Tullyvarraga.

The two men were taken to hospital where one of them was pronounced dead a short time later.

A post-mortem examination has taken place at University Hospital Limerick.

The injuries of the second man, a 22-year-old, are not believed to be life threatening.

A 19-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the incident and is being detained at Shannon Garda Station.

The scene has been preserved.

An appeal for witnesses has been issued and anyone with information is asked to contact Shannon Garda Station on 061 365900, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111 or any garda station.