"Over 200 members of An Garda Síochána were deployed in the operation, including frontline uniformed Gardaí, supported by Public Order Gardaí.
"Gardaí were subjected to both verbal and physical abuse throughout the day, which escalated into rocks, fireworks and other objects being launched towards them. A number of fires were lit and official Garda vehicles seriously damaged.
"As the situation intensified, members of An Garda Síochána used force to defend themselves as part of an escalated response to the situation.
"Assistance was provided by members of An Garda Síochána Public Order Unit and the Garda Air Support Unit.
"The use of force included the use of incapacitant spray and deployment of Public Order Gardaí in Public Order helmets and shields.
"An Garda Síochána is unaware of any injuries at this time.
"15 people appeared before a special sitting of the Criminal Courts of Justice in Dublin this evening."
"An Garda Síochána respects the right for citizens to exercise their constitutional rights; this right does not extend to breaches of Criminal Law, the interference with the rights of other citizens to carry out their daily activities, or to attack members of An Garda Síochána.
"Any Garda activity in relation to evolving events involves a graduated policing response taking into account relevant legislation and public safety, with enforcement as a last resort."