The Army Bomb Disposal Team were called to deal with a suspicious device in Malahide in Dublin this afternoon.
The device turned out to be a Civil War era Mills grenade which was made safe by the expert team before they removed it for disposal at a safe location.
A Defence Forces spokesman said: “Following a request from An Garda Síochána, an Army Bomb Disposal Team was tasked to investigate a suspect device in Malahide, Dublin.
“The team arrived on scene at 12.15pm.
“On arrival a cordon was established and nearby buildings evacuated for the duration of the operation.
"A Civil War era Mills grenade was identified, made safe and removed for disposal at a safe location.
"The team departed the scene 12.55pm.
“Should members of the public encounter suspicious items, or hazardous substances, they are advised to maintain a safe distance and inform An Garda Síochána.
