A pub in West Dublin was targeted by a masked gunman last night, but quick-thinking patrons intervened to prevent any shots from being fired. The incident unfolded at The 79 Inn in Ballyfermot, prompting a swift response from the Gardai after receiving reports of an armed man entering the premises.
Eyewitnesses recounted how courageous pub-goers thwarted the gunman’s intentions by hurling a bar stool at him, averting a potentially dangerous situation. The individual believed to be the intended victim managed to escape unharmed as others inside the crowded pub took action against the balaclava-clad assailant, who promptly fled the scene.
According to Dublin Live, the altercation stemmed from an earlier verbal dispute, leading to the dramatic confrontation at the pub. The Gardai confirmed their investigation into the incident at the licensed establishment in Ballyfermot, Dublin 10, on the evening of Saturday, January 10, 2026, emphasizing that no injuries had been reported and that inquiries were ongoing.
A spokesperson for the Gardai reassured the public, stating, “No injuries have been reported. Enquiries are ongoing.” The authorities are actively seeking leads to apprehend the suspect involved in the alarming incident.