Issue Date: 23 November 2023
"This evening, significant levels of public disorder, criminal damage and violence was carried out by violent individuals in Dublin City Centre.
This violence had nothing to do with the violent assault which occurred on Parnell Square this afternoon. It was gratuitous thuggery. Public Transport was attacked, Garda vehicles were damaged and some commercial businesses were attacked.
Thankfully, no serious injuries have been reported by the public as a result of tonight’s violence.
Some of my colleagues were attacked and assaulted, thankfully none were seriously injured and I commend them all on their bravery to protect our community.
An Garda Síochána responded to the evolving situation and over 400 members of An Garda Síochána remain on patrol in Dublin City Centre. Dublin City Centre is now calm and returning to normal and we will continue to monitor the situation.
I want to thank the general public for their support this evening.
The thoughts of all members of An Garda Síochána remain with the victims of the violent assault which occurred on Parnell Square earlier today."
