Updated 8.30am 8/2/22
A man aged in his 30s has been arrested following an attack on a teenage girl in Co Cork on Monday.
The alleged assault took place in Fermoy at approximately 1.20pm. It is understood the 16-year-old girl had been walking alone when she was attacked by two people.
A number of young people reportedly intervened when they heard the girl screaming and the assailants fled the scene by foot.
One of the teenagers who went to the assistance of the girl sustained a minor injury, requiring stitches in hospital. The girl, who lives locally, was not injured but was left badly shaken.
Gardaí have since confirm a man has been arrested and is currently detained at Fermoy Garda station under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act 1984.
A statement from gardaí said investigations into the matter are ongoing.
Witnesses or those with information regarding the attack are asked to contact Fermoy Garda station on 025 821 00, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111 or at any Garda station.
