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Update - Arrests for Violent Disorder Incident at Howth Junction Dart Station - 1st April 2021: 13th May 2021

Three youths (two aged 16 years and one aged 13 years) arrested earlier today (13/5/2021) by Gardaí investigating an alleged incident of violent disorder at Howth Junction Dart station on 1st April 2021, have been released without charge.

Gardaí are appealing to those who were present at the time of the incident or to anyone who can assist in this investigation to come forward.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Raheny Garda Station 01 6664300 or the Garda Confidential Line 1800 666 111.

The investigation is ongoing.

Previous Release –

Gardaí investigating the incident of violent disorder that occurred at Howth Junction Dart station on 1st April, 2021 at approximately 9p.m. have conducted a number of searches this morning and arrested three (3) youths.

A search operation began this morning across North Dublin at five locations on foot of warrants issued pursuant to Section 10 of the Criminal Justice (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, 1997. During the course of the searches a number of items of clothing were seized, as well as pedal cycles and mobile phones. 

Three youths (two aged 16 years and one aged 13 years) were arrested on suspicion of violent disorder under the Public Order Act, 1994. All three are currently detained under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act, 1984 at Clontarf, Raheny and Coolock Garda stations.

Investigations ongoing.