Man arrested for dangerous driving after dramatic pursuit near N3 that saw a number of Garda vehicles damaged

A man aged in his 30s has been arrested after a dramatic chase that saw a number of Garda vehicles rammed with the car stopped before it could join the N3 on the wrong side of the road.

While on mobile patrol yesterday evening Tuesday 26th August 2025, Gardaí observed a car engage in dangerous driving in the Blanchardstown area.

The vehicle failed to stop when directed to do so and a ‘spontaneous pursuit’ commenced. A stinger device was successfully deployed against the offending vehicle, deflating a number of the vehicles tyres. The vehicle continued to drive on in a dangerous manner and collided with a number of Garda patrol cars, who successfully prevented the vehicle from entering contra-flow onto the N3 dual Carriageway, endangering the public.

Gardaí successfully brought the offending vehicle to a stop.

The driver, a man aged in his 30s, was arrested and conveyed to a Dublin Garda Station where he is currently detained under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act, 1984.

No Gardaí were injured during this operation. Three Garda patrol cars were damaged. No other injuries have been reported and investigations are ongoing.

Chief Superintendent Michael McNulty, Blanchardstown Garda Station said: "Protecting public safety and delivering good policing outcomes requires a combination of skill and precision, quick thinking and fearlessness.

"The courage and professionalism of members of An Garda Síochána attached to Blanchardstown, Cabra and Finglas that worked together as a team during last night’s incident, brought it to a safe conclusion because they exhibited their strong knowledge and expert training.

"This response demonstrates that Gardaí are more determined than ever, to protect the public and apprehend those that endanger the communities we serve.”