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Dublin Riots: 3 Police Injured, 23 Arrested Amid Second Night of Violence

Dublin experienced its second night of violent protests near a hotel housing asylum seekers. Three police officers were injured, including one struck by a bottle and another with a dislocated shoulder. Around 500 protesters clashed with 300 deployed Gardaí, resulting in 23 arrests for public order offenses. The violence follows earlier unrest triggered by an alleged sexual assault near the same location.

Key Points: Dublin Police Injured in Second Night of Public Disorder Arrests

  • Three Gardaí suffered injuries including dislocated shoulder and head wound from bottle
  • Protesters threw flares, bottles and masonry at police near asylum hotel
  • Justice Minister condemned "thuggist violence" and promised relentless prosecution
  • Garda Commissioner warned of robust response with 300 officers deployed including water cannon
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Three policemen injured, 23 people arrested during another night of public disorder in Dublin

Three Gardaí injured and 23 arrested as Dublin faces second consecutive night of violent protests near asylum seeker hotel, with 500 protesters and 300 police deployed.

"Those arrested will be charged, named and dealt with relentlessly by our criminal justice system. - Jim O'Callaghan, Justice Minister"

Oct 23

Three members of Ireland's national police and security service, An Garda Siochana were injured and 23 other people arrested during second consecutive night of public disorder in Ireland's capital Dublin, local media reported on Thursday.

Speaking to The Irish Times, Gardai said that 23 people were arrested after the disturbances near the Citywest Hotel in Saggart. Members of the force are believed to have suffered injuries on the wrist, head and forearm, with one suffering a dislocated shoulder. One police force personnel was struck on the head with a bottle.

In an earlier statement on Wednesday night, Gardai said that a number of people have been detained, mainly for public order offences. The force said that young adult men and teenagers particularly carried out disturbances.

Protesters threw flares, glass bottles, masonry and wooden planks at police personnel near the hotel housing asylum seekers. Around 500 people were estimated to have participated in the disturbances.

Over 300 security personnel were deployed to managed the disorder. The Garda water cannon was kept on standby, however, its use was considered unnecessary. It was the second night of unrest in the area after a 10-year-old girl was allegedly sexually assaulted near a hotel on Monday.

In a statement, Ireland's Minister for Justice Jim O’Callaghan hailed police force for its response to "thuggist violence" in the vicinity. He said that those arrested "will be charged, named and dealt with relentlessly by our criminal justice system." The police force's order unit established cardon at the junction of Garter Lane and Citywest Drive.

Earlier on Wednesday, Garda Commissioner Justin Kelly warned of “robust response” to any continued disorder after a night of violence on Tuesday, The Irish Times reported.

On Tuesday night, police personnel were targetted with missiles and fireworks after violence began outside the hotel. The protesters even set a vehicle on fire during the unrest. A woman police personnel injured during the violence on Tuesday has been discharged from the hospital.

Nearly 300 police personnel were on duty in response to the public disorder, which includes more than 125 uniformed gardai, 150 members of the public order unit and a water cannon. Mounted and dog units also supported police personnel in the air support unit. A senior officer has been appointed to probe the rioting.

- IANS

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Rohit P
As an Indian watching this from abroad, I can understand the public anger but mob violence only makes things worse. The justice system should handle the case properly without public taking law into their hands.
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Sarah B
The police showed remarkable restraint by not using the water cannon. In India we've seen how quickly such situations can escalate. Hope peace returns to Dublin soon.
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Arjun K
Young men and teenagers involved in this violence - where are their parents? This shows a breakdown in family values and discipline. In our culture, we teach respect for law enforcement from childhood.
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Michael C
While the Minister's strong statement is good, I hope the justice system actually delivers. Too often we see politicians make bold statements but justice gets delayed. The victims deserve swift action.
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Kavya N
Throwing bottles and setting vehicles on fire? This is pure hooliganism. The real issue of the girl's safety is being lost in this chaos. The police should focus on proper investigation of the assault case.

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