Two more teenagers arrested in connection with Navan assault

Muireann Duffy

Updated at 16:25

Gardaí have arrested two further teenagers in relation to an assault on a 14-year-old boy in Navan on Monday.

The three teenagers arrested earlier this morning have been released without charge.

The victim was taken to Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Drogheda following the incident on Monday afternoon, where he received treatment for serious facial injuries.

Gardaí said that are aware of a video of the incident circulating on social media and are asking people to refrain from sharing the footage "out of respect for the victim".

Anyone with information regarding the attack is asked to contact Navan Garda station at 046-9079930, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800-666 111 or any Garda station.