Explosive device found in Dublin

Thu, Aug 30, 2012, 01:00

First published: Thu, Aug 30, 2012, 01:00

   

An explosive device was made safe in Dublin today.

An Army bomb disposal team arrived at Kings Inns Street, Phibsborough, at 5.20pm after a request from gardaí. The area was cordoned off, and local residents were evacuated.

The viable device, found close to a private residence, was dealt with, and the scene was declared safe at 6.40pm.

Thu, Aug 30, 2012, 01:00

First published: Thu, Aug 30, 2012, 01:00

   
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