Gardaí in Kilkenny have launched an investigation following the death of a man in the city on Thursday.
It is understood the investigation comes after the man aged in his 40s died due to the extent of his injuries following an alleged assault in the early hours of Thursday morning.
Gardaí say a man is currently being questioned at Kilkenny Garda Station following the incident which occurred at High Hayes Terrace.
They added that no further information will be released at this time.
