Two released over Tallaght stabbing

Two people arrested in connection with a knife attack in west Dublin have been released.

Two people arrested in connection with a knife attack in west Dublin have been released.

A 16-year-old youth was seriously injured during the assault at a house in Brookview Drive, Tallaght, at 4.40am on Saturday.

A man (29) and juvenile were arrested yesterday and taken to Tallaght Garda station. They were released shortly after midnight this morning, and a file has been sent to the DPP.

The victim was taken to Tallaght General Hospital where his condition is critical.

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