A Garda investigation is underway following a serious incident in West Clare this afternoon.
Emergency services were alerted, following reports of a woman being held against her will at a factory near Kilkee.
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The alarm was raised at around 2.30 this afternoon following reports that a women was being held against her will at a factory on the Carrigaholt Road.
It’s understood the man involved was known to her.
Garda units from Kilrush, assisted by the armed Regional Support Unit responded to the incident and remain at the scene.
Gardaí say the woman is now safe and their investigation is ongoing.
They’re appealing to anyone who may be able to assist them in their investigation to contact Kilrush Garda Station on 065 9080550.
