Man arrested after reports of stabbing incident in Dublin
A man has been arrested in Dublin after several people were believed to have been stabbed.
The incident is understood to have taken place in the Stoneybatter area, near central Dublin.
Garda Siochana, the Irish police force, said the man is currently being detained at a station in the North City.
A spokesperson added: "There is no ongoing risk to the public at this time. Further information will be provided when available."
There is a large police presence in the area, and other emergency services are in attendance.
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ITV News
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- ITV News
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