Man Arrested for Brandishing Firearm at GAA Referees Meeting

Senior Man Arrested for Allegedly Brandishing Firearm at Gaelic Games Referees Meeting in Dublin Hotel

A man in his 70s was apprehended during a gathering of Gaelic games referees at a Dublin hotel following an alleged incident involving the display of a firearm.

Incident Details:

The occurrence transpired on Tuesday evening at a hotel located in Malahide, Dublin. The meeting was reportedly arranged by the Gaelic Referees and Officials Association, an entity established in December that lacks recognition from the GAA (Gaelic Athletic Association).

Law Enforcement Response:

Upon receiving a call, the Gardaí promptly responded to the scene and proceeded to arrest the individual involved. The man, subsequently identified as being in his 70s, was detained under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act, 1984.

Ongoing Investigations:

Following his apprehension, the man has been released from custody. However, investigations into the incident are ongoing, with authorities preparing a comprehensive file for review by the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP). A spokesperson for the Gardaí confirmed the progression of the investigation and emphasised that efforts to gather relevant information are ongoing.