Gardai are investigating an alleged eviction of housing activists by an apparent private security firm that took place on Prussia Street.
There were around 20 gardai present at the time of the eviction on Wednesday.
The group have been occupying the building for a number of months and have attempted to turn it into a community hub that included workshops, a gig space and a bike cafe.
Garda Commissioner Drew Harris confirmed an investigation was ongoing into the circumstances of the eviction, according to RTE.
Mr Harris told the Policing Authority that Gardaí had no prior knowledge of the events unfolding until 7.15am on Wednesday morning and that a court order was in place in relation to the eviction, which was being conducted by an agent associated with the property.
He added that both parties had made allegations and counter allegations and these were being investigated.
A Garda spokesperson said: "Gardai from the Bridewell attended at a property on Prussia Street Dublin on 27/10/2021 where a property owner, in compliance with a court order, was securing a premises and facilitating access to persons to remove personal items.
"No arrests were made at the scene and there were no reports of any injuries, however An Garda Siochana will carry out further investigations into certain activities arising from the incident."
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