In a statement, issued through An Garda Síochána, the family said “the past few days have been very difficult and challenging” but that it was “grateful for the community support” received since the incident.
“We are grateful for the community support we have received. At this critical time we would like to request some space and privacy to allow us to grieve as a family,” the message said.Gardaí do not suspect a racial motive is behind the killing of Azzam, who was an Irish citizen and member of the Muslim faith from a family of North African origin.will hold a gathering on Saturday evening in memory of him. A notice shared on social media about the event advised that all are welcome to attend.
Gardaí are aware of groups of local teenagers previously fighting in rival factions close to the scene of Friday’s attack and also of some teenage boys coming from other parts of south Dublin for group fights.