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Arrest made after reports of stabbings in Dublin

A garda spokesperson said there is no ongoing risk to the public at this time.

Cillian Sherlock
Sunday 09 February 2025 15:55 GMT
There is a large garda presence in the area and other emergency services have attended (PA)
There is a large garda presence in the area and other emergency services have attended (PA) (PA Archive)

A male has been arrested in Dublin following a serious incident, Irish police said.

Several people are believed to have been stabbed in the Stoneybatter area of the capital, it is understood.

There is a large garda presence in the area and other emergency services have attended.

The individual arrested is being detained at a garda station in Dublin.

A Garda Siochana spokesperson said: “There is no ongoing risk to the public at this time. Further information will be provided when available.”

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