The incident happened around 4pm today.
A man believed to be in his mid to late 30s was removed to hospital in a highly distressed state after an incident outside Leinster House earlier today at approximately 4pm.
Speaking to The Journal, Independent TD Finian McGrath, said: “We thought he would tie a banner and run away, that often happens.”
Several bystanders ran to help the man who was in a very distressed state.
Suicide Chat Lines…
Ireland
- Samaritans – 116 123
- 1 life Freephone (24hrs) 1800 247 100 or text the word HELP to 51444
Northern Ireland
- Samaritans – 08 457 90 90 90
Via The Journal / suicideprevention.ie/get-help
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