Garda probe launched after gang of men burst into Limerick pub armed with knives
On Sunday, a group of men are understood to have burst into a pub in Newcastle West at around 10pm armed with knives and bottles of chemicals, Limerick Live reports. No criminal damage or persons injured has been reported, at this time.
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Gardaí confirmed that investigations are ongoing as they appeal for any witnesses to this incident to come forward.
A Garda spokesperson told the Irish Mirror: "Gardaí in Newcastle West are investigating an incident of public order involving a number of males that occurred at a commercial premises in Newbridge, Co. Limerick on Sunday night 10 August at approximately 10pm."
They added: "Anyone who was in the area at the time of the incident is asked to make contact with investigating Gardaí at Newcastle West.
"Gardaí can be contacted at the Newcastle West Garda Station on 069 20650, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station."
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