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Two arrests made in connection with the death of Dundalk man Qayyum Balogun in Dublin
Qayyum Balogun (21) died after being assaulted near Grafton Street in Dublin City Centre.
Gardaí have arrested a man and a woman in connection with the fatal assault of 21-year-old Qayyum Balogun.
Mr Balogun was a long-term resident of Dundalk and was found in a serious condition on Clarendon Street, near Grafton Street in the capital before later passing away in hospital.
Yesterday, Tuesday 2nd June 2026, a female (aged in her 20’s) was arrested in connection with the investigation.
Today, Wednesday 3rd June 2026, a male (aged in his 20’s) was also arrested in connection with the investigation.
They are currently detained pursuant to Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act 1984 at a Garda Station in the Dublin area.
Gardaí confirmed investigations remain ongoing.