Teenage boy arrested on suspicion of trespassing into Leinster House

The "juvenile teenager" is currently detained under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act, 1984 at a garda station in south central Dublin.

It is understood some damage was caused to flags and paintings inside the Dáil chamber.

Gardaí at Pearse Street garda station said the incident happened at approximately 4pm.

The houses of the Oireachtas are currently under recess until Tuesday June 13.

Investigations are ongoing.

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