Army bomb disposal experts were on hand to deal with a grenade found in Dublin today.
The Civil War era Mills hand grenade was found in Malahide and the bomb disposal experts made it safe before removing 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
