Arrest made in connection with multiple knife-point robbery incidents in Dublin

A MAN in his 20s has been arrested as part of the investigation of recent knife-point robbery incidents that occurred in south east Dublin on November 21, 2023.

The first incident unfolded at approximately 11:15pm on Tuesday, November 21, when an unidentified lone male entered a service station located on Clonkeen Road.

The assailant threatened the station's staff with a knife but left the premises without taking anything. Shortly after, another individual targeted a pharmacy on Foxrock Avenue, and threatened staff with a knife before making off with a sum of cash.

No physical injuries were reported in either incident.

In response to these criminal activities, investigations were launched by Detectives from Cabinteely. The efforts culminated in a planned operation carried out on Tuesday, December 5, in the Dublin area. During this operation, a man in his 20s was successfully apprehended by the law enforcement authorities.

The arrested individual is currently in custody under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act, 1984, at a Garda station within the Dublin Region. 

As the investigation continues, the community is encouraged to come forward with any relevant details that may aid in the resolution of the case.