Suspected pipebomb thrown at house in Limerick city

David Raleigh

Gardaí are investigating after a suspected pipebomb was fired at a house in Limerick city overnight.

The missile, understood to have been an IED (improvised explosive device), was thrown at the property, situated at Hyde Road, Ballinacurra Weston on Wednesday evening.

A number of the occupants of the house were present outside the property at the time.

The suspected device did not explode, and no injuries were reported.

It’s understood that gardaí requested the assistance of the Defence Forces' Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) unit to examine the item.

The scene outside the house was cordoned off by gardaí overnight. The scene was lifted this Thursday morning.

Gardaí suspect the incident is linked to a feud between rival families based on the southside of Limerick city.

Anyone with information can contact local Gardaí at Roxboro Road on 061-214340 or the Garda Confidential Line 1800-666-111.

Gardaí and the Defence Forces were contacted for comment, but did not immediately reply.