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Case No. 2617Suspect device (under investigation) · Co. Louth · 1 Jan 2025

Gardaí investigate 'non-viable' suspect device in Ravensdale, Louth

Gardaí launched an investigation after a suspect device was discovered in Ravensdale, Co Louth, at approximately 4pm on 1 January 2025. The device was assessed as non-viable by the Defence Forces EOD team and the cordon was subsequently lifted.

  1. Reported2 Jan
  2. Arrested
  3. Charged
  4. In court
  5. Verdict
  6. Sentenced
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Key facts

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  • whatA cordon was established by Gardaí at the scene. (irishmirror.ie)
  • whatThe Defence Forces EOD team responded to a request for assistance from An Garda Síochána. (irishmirror.ie)
  • whatThe device was deemed non-viable by the EOD team. (irishmirror.ie)
  • whatThe device was made safe at the location and the scene was handed over to An Garda Síochána. (irishmirror.ie)
  • whenGardaí were alerted to the discovery of a suspect device at approximately 4pm on 1 January 2025. (irishmirror.ie)
  • investigationGardaí confirmed that investigations into the incident are ongoing. (irishmirror.ie)

The reporting

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  1. 2 Jan2025
    Reportedirishmirror.ie, first report
    Gardai investigation after 'non-viable' suspect device leads to New Year cordon

    Initial report of the incident; no arrests or charges at this stage.