No fowl play as swan taken into custody

Gardaí had an unusual situation in Dublin on St Valentine’s night when they were called out to sort out an awkward bird.

The Clondalkin cops received a report that a large bird was wandering on the busy Naas Road near Newlands Cross. They promptly responded to rescue the stricken swan and prevent a pile-up on the carriageway.

They contacted voluntary wildlife group, Galway Claddagh Swan Rescue, for advice on how best to catch the creature and bring it to safety.