An Irish army chaplain who was stabbed at a barracks in Galway has been released from hospital.
A 16-year-old boy, who can not be named for legal reasons, has been arrested and charged with the attack on Fr. Paul Murphy at Renmore Barrack last Thursday.
The youth, according to reports, shouted complaints about Irish military involvement in Mali during the attack.
In a Facebook post Fr. Murphy said: “Friends, thank you for your prayers, love, and concern. Sorry That I can’t reply to all messages and take all the calls coming my way. I’ doing okay. All will be well.”
The Defence Forces confirmed that warning shots were fired by on-duty personnel during the attack.
Lieutenant General Clancy said: “The well-being of our personnel is our utmost priority, and we will continue to support him (Fr. Murphy) during this time.
“The swift and decisive response by our personnel last night was exemplary, and in keeping with the highest standards of the Defence Forces and our values.
“Their professionalism ensured that a dangerous situation was quickly brought under control, protecting the lives of others in the vicinity. There is no doubt that their actions were critical in preventing further harm or loss of life.
“We are grateful to An Garda Síochána for their rapid response and ongoing assistance in the investigation.
“We will continue to cooperate fully with their efforts to bring this matter to a thorough and just conclusion.”
Tánaiste Micheál Martin condemned the attack.
“I commend the members of the Defence Forces on duty at the time, whose intervention was critical. Our thoughts are with the Defence Forces member injured in the attack,” he posted on X.
Gardaí said they don’t believe the attack is part of a wider conspiracy.
