A WOMAN WAS seriously injured when a firework was discharged into a house in Dublin 12 on Halloween.

Gardaí were on patrol at Cashel Avenue in Crumlin early that evening at a public gathering for a bonfire.

Fireworks were discharged and missiles were thrown at uniformed gardaí, forcing them to withdraw. 

Public Order Units were deployed to the scene, who secured the area and assisted Dublin Fire Brigade to attend safely.

Shortly after 6.30pm, gardaí became aware of a report that a firework had been discharged into a private residence in the area. 

A woman, aged in her 30s, was treated at the scene by Dublin Fire Brigade personnel. She was subsequently taken to St James’s Hospital for treatment of serious injuries, which are believed to be non-life-threatening at this time. 

Gardaí are appealing for any witnesses to the incident to come forward. 

Anyone who was in the area of Cashel Road, Crumlin, Dublin 12, between 5.45pm and 6.45pm on Friday, 31 October and who may have camera footage, including dash-cam footage, is asked to make this footage available to investigating gardaí.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Crumlin Garda Station on (01) 666 6200, the Garda Confidential Line 1800 666 111, or any Garda station.

A garda spokesperson said investigations are ongoing.