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Irish Mirror
Irish Mirror
National
Cormac O'Shea

Gardai investigate 'assault' incident at The Script's Dublin concert after band forced to stop

Gardai were called to an alleged assault incident at the 3Arena on Thursday night as the Script played a free concert for frontline workers.

The legendary Irish band were forced to stop the concert briefly after an altercation in the crowd with frontman Danny O'Donoghue saying "that's not what tonight's about".

A number of young men were escorted from the arena by security and gardai have confirmed they are investigating the incident.

READ MORE: The Script stop 3Arena concert mid-song and call in security

A garda spokesperson said: "Gardaí and emergency services attended the scene of an assault incident that occurred in the area of the 3Arena on Thursday, 16 June 2022.

"No medical attention was sought following this incident. No arrests have been made and investigations are ongoing."

Despite the commotion mid-set, The Script were praised for a quality gig which was the third of their 3Arena run, supported by Ella Henderson.

And the band praised the crowd for their energy in a post on social media.

They said: "Three incredible nights back in the @3arenadublin, words cannot describe the feeling of getting to play shows like this in our home town, all topped off by getting to perform for our HSE and essential workers, the true superheroes of the past 2 years. The energy was off the scale and we can’t wait to be back doing this again as soon as we can. Big love."

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