Investigation underway following death of Tipp man in Mallow

Gardaí in Cork say they’re anxious to speak to a man after a 24-year-old Tipperary man was killed in a stabbing in Mallow last night.

They’re trying to locate him after witnesses placed him at the scene during a fight on Bridge Street.

Gardaí are now investigating the death of the man, who is believed to be from Kilshane near Tipp town and have issued a direct appeal for witnesses.

They claim they’re aware of the background circumstances and are assuring that any person that comes forward will be dealt with professionally in accordance with the law.