Incident at Shell Compound, Glengad, Co. Mayo on the 31/5/09

In excess of 100 protestors descended on the site and attempted to gain entry.

At approximately 1730 hours on 31/5/09 an incident took place at the Shell compound Glengad, Co. Mayo.

In excess of 100 protestors descended on the site and attempted to gain entry through security fencing, using improvised equipment.

Gardai on duty in the area, backed up by the Public Order Unit, confronted the protestors and 8 people were arrested for public order and trespass offences. The 7 men and 1 woman are currently being detained at Ballina, Garda Station.

Garda Press Office.

31/5/09  1930 hours.