Gardaí are investigating an assault causing harm which occurred in Waterford City on Friday last.

The incident happened at around 1.20am on Friday August 22nd on John Street.

A man was attacked from behind and suffered a serious facial injury.

Gardaí are reviewing CCTV footage in the area and are asking for any witnesses or anyone who may have been in the area at the time to contact them.

Gardaí can be contacted at Waterford Garda Station or the Garda Confidential Line.

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