Man attacked in Dublin while out on a walk tragically pronounced dead
Two teenagers, who were arrested as part of the investigation, have now been charged
A man in his 30s, seriously injured during an incident in Blanchardstown on Sunday May 17, 2026, was pronounced deceased in hospital earlier today, May 20, 2026.
The man was found unconscious shortly after 4.20pm on Sunday, after being attacked on the Mill Road while he was out walking.
He was being treated for his injuries in Connolly Hospital Blanchardstown, but was sadly pronounced dead on Wednesday afternoon.
The Coroner and the Office of the State Pathologist have been notified and a post-mortem examination will be arranged.
Two male juveniles, both in their mid-teens, who were arrested as part of the investigation, have now been charged. They are due to appear before Dublin District Court at the Criminal Courts of Justice at 4:30pm this afternoon, 20th May 2026.
Investigating Gardaí continue to appeal to anyone who may have witnessed the incident to come forward. Gardaí are particularly interested in speaking with anyone who travelled on Mill Lane, either on foot or by car, between 4pm and 5pm on 17th May.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Blanchardstown Garda Station on 01 666 7000, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda station.
Investigations are ongoing.