Gardaí believe discovery of suspected pipe bombs linked to violent gang feud in West Dublin

Bag containing suspicious devices found by walker beside the Grand Canal on Saturday

A member of the army Explosive Ordnance Disposal team holds a suspected pipe bomb at Ballyfermot Garda Station, which was evacuated on Monday afternoon. Pictures: Colin Keegan/Collins 

Gardaí suspect the discovery of suspected pipe bombs in West Dublin may be linked to a violent feud between gangs in the north Clondalkin area.

Ballyfermot Garda Station had to be cleared on Monday when a man walked into the reception area and told a garda at the counter he had discovered a bag containing the objects during a walk along the Grand Canal.