An investigation is under way after a 21-year-old man died following an assault in Dublin city centre in the early hours of this morning.

The man was found on Clarendon Street, which is located close to Grafton Street, in a serious condition at around 3am.

He was taken to St James’s Hospital, where he was pronounced dead a short time later.

Several scenes around Grafton Street have been preserved for forensic examination and the Office of the State Pathologist has been informed.

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Several scenes around Grafton Street have been sealed off by gardaĆ­

GardaĆ­ said a Family Liaison Officer is supporting the young man’s family.

They are appealing for any witnesses, particularly anyone in the Grafton Street/Clarendon Street area between 2am and 3.30am and who may have camera footage, including CCTV or dash-cam, to contact Pearse Street Garda Station on 01 666 9000, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111 or any garda station.