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Man critically injured in Mayfield assault, Gardaí appeal for witnesses

Mayfield, Co. Cork · Garda release issued

A man in his late 30s was left critically injured after a serious assault at Liffey Park in Mayfield, Cork, in the early hours of Tuesday 5 May 2026.

Gardaí on patrol found him with serious injuries shortly after 3am. He was taken by ambulance to Cork University Hospital, where he was in a critical condition.

The scene was preserved for forensic examination. Gardaí asked anyone who was in the Liffey Park area in the early hours, or who has camera or dash-cam footage, to contact Mayfield Garda Station on (021) 455 8510, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111 or any Garda station.