A man has been arrested after threatening members of the public with a knife in a Limerick town.

The incident occurred on Tuesday at approximately 9pm on Maiden Street in Newcastle West. No injuries were reported.

“The male in his 30s was arrested and conveyed to Newcastle West Garda Station. He is currently being detained under the provisions of Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act 1984,” a Garda spokesperson told the Irish Examiner. 

Investigations are ongoing.

Anyone with information has been asked to contact Newcastle West garda station on 069 20650, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any garda station.