An Army Bomb Disposal Team rendered safe a viable device in the Old Court area of Bray, Co. Wicklow last night.

Members of the Army Bomb Disposal Team were called just before 9pm last night after a suspect device was found at a private residence in the Old Court area of Bray.

A cordon and road closures were put in place for public safety and a number of nearby houses were evacuated.

The device was removed to a military location where it was dismantled and has since been handed over to Gardaí.

Gardai are investigating the incident.