Man arrested over fatal assault at Co Laois hotel

An investigation is underway into the death of a man at a hotel in Co Laois.

Gardai say they were alerted to an incident at a hotel in the north of the county at 8pm.

A man in his 60s was found dead and another man aged in his 30s and understood to be known to the deceased was arrested.

Detectives are following a definite line of enquiry.

Gardai say a senior investigating officer has been appointed to lead the investigation.

A technical examination of the scene will take place today.

Gardai say the man in his 30s is being detained under section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act.

The man can be questioned for up to 24 hours.