Man arrested after 'alleged' assault of a woman on the Luas

A MAN has been arrested following the alleged serious assault of a woman on a Luas tram.

Gardaí in Kilmainham, Co Dublin, are investigating the alleged assault which is reported to have occurred on a Luas tram on the evening of Sunday, October 29.

A man, aged in his 30s, was arrested in the early hours of this morning and is currently detained under Section 4, Criminal Justice Act, 1984 at a Garda station in Dublin.

A spokesperson for the garda said: “Gardaí continue to appeal to any members of the public who may have witnessed an alleged assault on board the Luas between Jervis Street and Heuston Station at approximately 7:10pm on Sunday, October 29 to come forward.”

Anyone with any information in relation to this matter that can assist Gardaí with their investigation are asked to contact Kilmainham Garda station on 01-6669700, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda station.

Investigations are ongoing.