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Man (20s) hit by van and beaten in shocking attack in west Dublin

Gardaí are currently investigating the incident, which took place at 11pm on October 13 at Damastown Way, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15.

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A man was rushed to hospital after being hit by a van and attacked by a group in Dublin on Friday night.

Gardaí are currently investigating the incident, which took place at 11pm on October 13 at Damastown Way, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15.

A video being shared on social media shows a white van driving into a man as several people watch on before a group of men begin punching the man and hitting him with long instruments.

The man had also been holding a long instrument before he was hit by the van.

The attackers then fled the scene in a black car while the victim was helped to his feet by some passers-by.

Gardaí confirmed that the injured man, aged in his 20s, was taken to Connolly Hospital Blanchardstown to be treated for his injuries, which are not understood to be life-threatening.

A spokesperson said: “Gardaí are investigating an incident involving an alleged road traffic collision between a van and a pedestrian, and an incident of assault, which occurred at 11pm on Friday 13th October 2023, at Damastown Way, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15.

“A male (20s) was taken to Connolly Hospital Blanchardstown for treatment of his injuries which are understood to be non-life-threatening.

“Investigations are ongoing.”