Dublin violence orchestrated online, Irish police say
Summary
Violence broke out during a protest outside a Dublin hotel used for housing asylum seekers, which Irish police say was planned online. Six people were arrested, and five charged after clashes with police at the Citywest Hotel. Around 2,000 people attended the protest, with some using social media to incite violence.Key Facts
- The violence occurred outside the Citywest Hotel in Dublin, where asylum seekers are housed.
- Irish police, known as Gardaí, reported that the violence was planned by groups on social media.
- Six people were arrested, and five have been charged with public order offenses related to the protest.
- During the unrest, Gardaí were attacked with bricks, fireworks, and glass bottles.
- A police helicopter was targeted with lasers, and a police vehicle was set on fire.
- Around 300 officers were present, including a public order unit and officers on horseback.
- A female officer who was injured received medical care and was later discharged.
- Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin condemned the violence, stating there is no justification for the attacks.
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