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Man Who Died In Carlow Town Assault Named As 30-Year-Old Darren Quigley

Darren Quigley. Photo: Rip.ie

A woman is being held at a garda station in Carlow

The man who died after a fatal assault that took place shortly after 11.40pm last night in Carlow Town has been named as 30-year-old father-of-two, Darren Quigley.

Gardaí were called to the scene at New Oak Estate last night, where a male in his 30s was found unresponsive.

Mr Quigley was pronounced dead at St. Luke's Hospital Kilkenny, and a woman is currently being held at a Garda station in the county in relation to the incident.

Gardaí are appealing for witnesses to come forward.

They are also seeking anyone with camera footage, including dashcam recordings from road users in the New Oak Estate and nearby areas around the time of the incident.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Carlow Garda Station at 059 913 6620, the Garda Confidential Line at 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station.

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