Man to be charged after New Year’s Day armed robbery on pub

Gardaí have arrested a man following an attempted armed robbery at a public house on Firhouse Road, Tallaght.

The crime occurred on January 1, 2018.

According to Gardaí, a man entered the premises just before midnight armed with what is believed to be a firearm and threatened staff.

The criminal, in his 30s, then demanded a sum of cash.

The man was challenged by three people on the premises and was arrested by Gardaí.

He is set to be charged and will appear in court tomorrow.