Gardaí are investigating an incident of assault which occurred on the grounds of a medical facility in Waterford this afternoon.

In a statement issued to the Waterford News & Star, the location of the facility was not specified.

“A man aged in his 50s was taken to hospital to be treated for serious injuries,” according to Gardaí.

“A man aged in his 20s has been arrested and taken to Tramore Garda Station where he is currently detained. Investigations are ongoing.”