Defence Forces Safely Remove Suspect Device from Dublin's North Strand

A “SUSPECT DEVICE” has been removed from the Royal Canal at Newcomen Bridge in Dublin. Gardaí were alerted to the discovery of the device in Dublin 3 at around 12:30pm this afternoon, a spokesperson said. Advertisement “A cordon was established and the Defence Forces Explosive Ordnance Disposal team attended the scene,” they said. The team removed the suspect device and the area has declared safe. The cordon that was put in place has now been lifted. Investigations into the incident are ongoing, gardaí said. 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.