Luas shut down over phone call threatening tram service

Luas says it will update passengers in due course. File Picture: Sam Boal/RollingNews.ie

Luas services in Dublin have been resumed following a suspension earlier this evening. 

All services had been suspended in the wake of a report of "suspicious activity" on a tram.

A garda spokesperson told the Irish Examiner that gardaí "are currently working with Luas operators in relation to a phone call made regarding suspicious activity on a Luas tram this evening."

"No further information is available at this time," the spokesperson said. 

Later, a further statement from Gardaí this evening read: "All LUAS trams were stopped at the nearest LUAS stop and passengers were evacuated in the interests of public safety. An Garda Síochána worked with LUAS staff to search all operational trams. Nothing of concern was found and the LUAS has returned to full operation. An Garda Síochána has no further comment at this time."

In an update shared on social media earlier, Luas operator Transdev had confirmed the suspension of services as a result of an "incident" but did not go into detail on the cause.

It advised people to expect delays while services begin to resume across the capital.

"Passengers, please be advised that the Red and Green Lines have now reopened. Please expect delays while we regulate services," the operators said. 

"Luas tickets remain valid on Dublin Bus. We will update passengers in due course. We apologise for any inconvenience caused."