Gardai probe assault on teenage girl in Monksland

Gardai are this week appealing for witnesses to the assault of a teenage girl in the Monksland area last week by up to four youths. The assault took place between the community centre in Monksland and Ceathru na gCloch housing estate on Tuesday of last week, November 15, between 7pm and 8pm. Gardai say they cannot reveal the age of the girl due to operational reasons and they have not specified whether the youths were male or female. The girl suffered only minor injuries and was not hospitalised after the assault. Gardai say the assault was not of a sexual nature. It is understood there were a number of people jogging in the area at the time and Gardai feel members of the public may have information that can assist their enquiries. Gardai are appealing for anyone with any information to contact Athlone Garda Station on 090 6498550 or the Garda Confidential Line.