Probe into alleged assault of Wexford GAA match official

Gardaí have confirmed they are carrying out inquiries into an alleged assault on a Wexford GAA referee.

The alleged assault on the referee took place at the end of a Wexford GAA Junior football match..

Wexford GAA said it "strongly condemns" abuse towards match officials.

"Wexford GAA are disappointed that such an incident arose and strongly condemns any threatening or abusive behaviour towards our match officials of any kind," it said.

It said it "would like to wish the officials involved in this incident a speedy recovery".

The Competitions Control Committee of the Wexford county board will "commence a full investigation into the incident".

Wexford GAA said it will also support garda inquires.