Issue Date: 20/09/2025
Earlier this afternoon, Saturday 20th September 2025, An Garda Síochána responded to a report of an item of airline luggage of concern at Dublin Airport. As a precaution, Terminal 2, Dublin Airport was evacuated and traffic entering Dublin Airport was restricted.
An Garda Síochána requested the assistance of the Defence Forces' Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Team.
Following a preliminary examination on scene, the piece of luggage was contained and deemed safe for removal from T2 to an alternate location which would not impact on airport operations.
Dublin Airport, and associated access routes reopened for normal operations.
The piece of luggage was subject to further examination by the Army EOD team and has been declared safe.
An Garda Síochána is continuing our enquiries at this time. Based on the information available to An Garda Síochána and other relevant stakeholders, this was an appropriate and responsible approach to the situation which was presented. An Garda Síochána has no further comment at this time.
