A tragic incident unfolded in Dublin as a young man, Thomas Griffin, lost his life following a suspected assault. Thomas, aged 32 and a boxer, was believed to have been attacked at the War Memorial Gardens near Islandbridge. In an attempt to escape, he entered the River Liffey but succumbed to his injuries despite emergency services’ efforts.
This heartbreaking event marked the second tragedy for the Griffin family, who had previously mourned the loss of James, Thomas’ younger brother, in a fatal stabbing at a club in 2014. Thomas, known for his passion for boxing and training at St Matthews Boxing Club, received tributes from the boxing community, including professional boxer Luke Keeler.
Local authorities, including councillor Daithi Doolan, expressed condolences and called for answers surrounding Thomas’ untimely death. Gardaà are actively investigating the circumstances and have appealed for witnesses to come forward. A post-mortem examination is underway, and anyone with information related to the incident is urged to contact the authorities.
The community is urged to provide any relevant camera footage or information from the evening of the tragic event. Clondalkin Garda Station and the Garda Confidential Line are open for individuals to share any details that could aid the investigation.
