A MAN IS in a serious condition in hospital following a late night assault in Dublin.

The 41-year-old was attacked on Cork Street just after midnight.

He was rushed to St. James’s Hospital where his condition is described as serious.

Gardaí arrested a 20-year-old male a short time later. He is currently detained at Kevin Street garda station.

Cork Street was closed while a technical examination of the scene was carried out.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Kevin Street Garda Station on 01 666 9400, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda station.