LAST UPDATE | 2 Dec 2024

BALLYFERMOT GARDA STATION has reopened to the public after “suspect devices” found nearby were destroyed.

Shortly before 12pm, a member of the public entered the station with the devices which were discovered at a nearby location, a garda spokesperson said. 

The station was closed as a precaution and the Irish Defence Forces Explosive Ordnance Disposal attended the scene.

They removed the devices for destruction and technical examination.

“The area has since been declared safe and the station has reopened. No offences were disclosed,” the spokesperson added. 

Earlier today, local councillor Daithí Doolan commented on the situation, saying that he hoped that everyone was safe and encouraged anyone with any information to come forward and contact the gardaí.

“This is a very serious development and puts a whole community at serious risk. This is totally unacceptable. And those involved need to be stopped,” he said.

“Only for the member of the public seeing the device and bringing it to the Garda Station, the situation could be a lot worse.”