A man has been arrested following a stabbing incident in Co Tipperary.

Gardai are appealing for witnesses following a stabbing incident in Co. Tipperary early this morning.

The incident occurred at the entrance road to Móin Ns Cíbe in Thurles.

A 22-year-old male who sustained stab wounds during the incident was taken by ambulance to Clonmel Hospital.

The scene has been preserved for a technical and forensic examination.

A knife was recovered near to the scene by Gardai during follow up searches.

A male aged in his 30's has been arrested and is currently detained under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act, 1984, at Thurles Garda Station.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Thurles Garda Station 0504-25100.