The incident of aggravated burglary took place in Waterford and the weapon involved was allegedly a machete.
The assault occurred at a house in St. Herblain Park, Co Waterford in the early hours of this morning at approximately 3:00am.
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The victim in his 30's was taken to University Hospital Waterford to be treated for serious but non-life threatening injuries.
Investigation is ongoing by gardaí.
