Investigation into alleged assault at Laois minor club match

A garda investigation is under way following an alleged assault at a Laois minor club football match yesterday.

The incident is reported to be related to a league game between Portarlington and Stradbally Parish Gaels which had to be abandoned.

Gardaí said in a statement thay they are "investigating an alleged incident of assault at a sports ground in Portarlington, Co Laois on Monday 30 May at approximately 7pm".

These inquiries are ongoing.