Arrest made after reports of stabbings in Dublin
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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