27/03/2013

Viable Device In Dublin Made Safe

The Army Bomb Disposal Team has made safe a viable device in Dublin.

The improvised explosive was found close to the Hollystown roundabout, on the Cappagh Road in Finglas, at approximately 11.45pm on Tuesday night.

The area was sealed off for a period of time and the device has been taken for further examination.

(CD)

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