One man arrested following robbery and assault on Mill Street this morning

Gardaí are investigating an armed robbery that took place in the early hours of this morning Wednesday 9th March, 2022 when a taxi driver was robbed on Mill Street, Dublin 8.

A Garda spokesperson said that “at approximately 2.45am, the male taxi driver (late 30s) was waiting on a pickup outside student accommodation when a lone male armed with a firearm, pointed it at the driver and demanded money, then assaulted him by striking him in the face and body.

“The suspect managed to take a number of items of property.”

The male gunman fled the scene as Gardaí arrived.

“A short foot pursuit ensued and he was arrested,” the spokesperson said.

“All property was recovered along with the firearm.

“The taxi driver was taken to St. James’ Hospital to be treated for his injuries which are non-life threatening.”

The male suspect (late 20s) was taken to Kevin Street Garda Station where he is currently detained under Section 30 Offences Against the State Act, 1939.

Investigations are ongoing.