Longford, Ireland – Gardaí in Longford have made two additional arrests in connection to a brutal assault on a teenage boy with learning difficulties, leaving him in serious condition in the hospital. The incident took place at Edgeworthstown Train Station last Saturday afternoon, where the two suspects, a man in his late teens and a youth, were apprehended by detectives.
Both individuals were taken into custody on Tuesday and later released without charge as authorities prepare a file for the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP). This development follows the court appearance of two teenage brothers who were charged with assault causing harm to the victim on the same day. The brothers, who remain unnamed due to being minors, were remanded in custody to the Oberstown Children’s Detention Centre.
The two recent arrests add to the ongoing investigation surrounding the alleged assault, indicating progress in the case. The victim, a 17-year-old boy, has been transferred from Beaumont Hospital in Dublin back to Mullingar’s Midland Regional Hospital for further rehabilitation. The authorities have not disclosed further details about the incident, but the arrest of additional suspects suggests a significant breakthrough in the case.
As the investigation unfolds, the community remains vigilant about ensuring justice for the victim and holding those responsible for the assault accountable. The involvement of the DPP in reviewing the case file signifies a crucial step towards potential legal action against the perpetrators. The support for the victim and his family continues to grow as authorities work diligently to bring closure to the disturbing incident in Longford.