Major travel chaos after car ’embedded’ on Luas track by ‘reckless motorist’

DUBLIN city has been hit with major travel disruption after a vehicle drove onto Luas tracks and got stuck.

The travel chaos was caused on the Luas Red Line by a “reckless motorist”, resulting in limited services in the south of the capital.

The shocking incident occurred at around 8:30pm at the Blackhorse stop, near Inchicore.

Three tow truck companies and a crane have been brought in to help remove the vehicle, which became “embedded” on the tracks, resulting in operations along the line being mostly suspended.

As a result of the incident, the Luas Red Line is currently operating a limited service between Heuston Station and Connolly Station – there are no services running between Connolly and The Point.

Additionally, there are currently no services available from Saggart, Tallaght, or Heuston, including the Luas Park and Ride at the Red Cow.

The incident is expected to have a major impact on thousands of commuters who are attending concerts, matches and events in the capital.

A spokesperson for Luas said: “A reckless motorist has embedded their car on the Luas track at Blackhorse.

“Three tow truck companies, Luas technicians and An Garda Síochána are on site.

“Following inspection the car will have to be removed by a crane.”

For people who are affected by the limited service, Luas tickets are valid on the Dublin Bus for the duration of the travel disruption.

Meanwhile, Dublin Airport is set to open a new barber outlet for the first time in 30 years – and holidaymakers can now get a last-minute haircut ahead of their travels. 

The Grafton Barber shop will officially open next week in Terminal 1 Arrivals with actor James Nesbitt doing the honours. 

New barber outlet

Dublin Airport bosses took to X, formerly Twitter, to announce the special arrival. 

They wrote: “Come hair ’til we tell you … we’ve got some great news!

“Next week will see the very special arrival of The Grafton Barber at Dublin Airport. 

“The new unit – located in T1 Arrivals  – will offer everything from hair cuts to open blade shaves, ensuring passengers look their best on their travels this summer.”

Quality service

The new store will see top-quality barbering services return to Dublin Airport after a 30-year absence.

And it is the 60th The Grafton Barber store to open in Ireland. 

The official opening ceremony is set to take place next Thursday, July 4 at 1pm. 

Managing Director of Dublin Airport, Gary McLean said: “This a great addition to the offering available to passengers in the terminals at Dublin Airport. 

“We listen closely to passenger feedback and know that being able to get a haircut in the airport, either before or after a flight, is going to prove really popular.”