A man has been arrested in Dublin after a “serious incident” that left three people in hospital.
Suspected knife attacks took place across several streets in the Arbour Hill of the Stoneybatter area in the Irish capital at around 3pm on Sunday.
An Garda Siochana, the Irish police force, said the man – in his late 20s – is currently detained at a station in the north of the city.
A spokesperson added: “Three males, whose ages range from mid-20s to mid-40s, who were assaulted in the course of the incident have been taken to hospital for treatment, two males for serious but not life-threatening injuries, one male with less serious injuries.
“All three males remain in hospital receiving medical treatment at this time.”
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The force added traffic restrictions had been lifted by around 5pm, and that they “believe the suspect acted alone and are increasing their visibility in the area to reassure the community”.
Police have also appealed for witnesses and video footage of the incident.
Local Fine Gael councillor Ray McAdam said residents were told to lock their doors and stay inside, and added officers reacted very quickly and “swarmed the place”.
He added: “There’s a level of shock, a level of concern – but the overriding sense here in Stoneybatter is one of hope that those who have been impacted and injured will make a swift recovery.”
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Irish premier Micheal Martin later said on social media that “our thoughts are with the victims of the shocking attacks”.
“I want to pay tribute to the Gardai and emergency services for their prompt response,” he added. “I wish all those injured a full recovery and urge anyone with any information to contact Gardai.”
Jim O’Callaghan, justice minister, added he was receiving updates from An Garda Siochana about “this awful random attack”.
Sinn Fein leader Mary Lou McDonald said it was “terrible news” and added: “My thoughts are with those injured and their families. The community is in a state of shock.”