Advertisement

We need your help now

Support from readers like you keeps The Journal open.

You are visiting us because we have something you value. Independent, unbiased news that tells the truth. Advertising revenue goes some way to support our mission, but this year it has not been enough.

If you've seen value in our reporting, please contribute what you can, so we can continue to produce accurate and meaningful journalism. For everyone who needs it.

Timmy Dooley Photocall Ireland

Fianna Fáil TD says he's "grand" after attempted attack near Dáil

The Clare TD was approached on Molesworth Street near the gates of the Dáil earlier.

FIANNA FÁIL TD Timmy Dooley has said he’s okay in the wake of an attempted attack near Leinster House earlier today.

The Clare TD was approached by a person on Molesworth Street near the gates of the Dáil this afternoon.

The would-be attacker grabbed his tie and attempted to swing a punch.

His party colleague Billy Kelleher intervened but he was also attacked.

Dooley confirmed in a text to TheJournal.ie he was “grand” after the incident.

A Garda spokesperson said the force had not yet received any information on such an incident in the area.

- additional reporting from Hugh O’Connell 

Read: Here’s the first ever Ceann Comhairle to be elected by secret ballot

Read: Meet the working class TD named Gino who’ll get the bus to Leinster House today

Readers like you are keeping these stories free for everyone...
A mix of advertising and supporting contributions helps keep paywalls away from valuable information like this article. Over 5,000 readers like you have already stepped up and support us with a monthly payment or a once-off donation.

Close
77 Comments
    Submit a report
    Please help us understand how this comment violates our community guidelines.
    Thank you for the feedback
    Your feedback has been sent to our team for review.
    JournalTv
    News in 60 seconds