Garda station to remain closed as two Gardaí hospitalised after processing vape products
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The members of An Garda Síochána became unwell after processing seized vape products at Edenderry Garda Station
A Garda Station has been temporarily closed after two members of An Garda Síochána were hospitalised due to becoming unwell whilst on duty on Wednesday.
The members were involved in processing vape products at Edenderry Garda Station in county Offaly which were seized from a commercial premises during an ongoing investigation.
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Both male members are currently in hospital under medical assessment and An Garda Síochána is providing welfare support to the hospitalised members and their families at this time.
An Garda Síochána have confirmed that Edenderry Garda Station will remain closed pending further examination and specialist deep cleaning today, Thursday.
Policing services in the area are being provided from Tullamore Garda Station during the duration of the closure.
An Garda Síochána say they have no further comment at this time pending the outcome of ongoing enquiries into the cause of the members feeling unwell.