A MAN has been rushed to hospital after an alleged stabbing incident in Dublin city centre today.

The incident happened on Essex Quay near Gratan Bridge at around 4.40pm this afternoon.

The man, late 20s, was brought to St James’s Hospital where his injuries are described as non-life threatening.

Two people, a man and a woman both in their 20s, were arrested in the aftermath of the incident and are being detained at Pearse Street garda station.

Gardai closed off the area from O’Connell Bridge to Capel Street following the incident.

A traffic update reads: “The South Quays are closed from O’Connell Bridge as far as Capel St Bridge as emergency services deal with an incident.

“As a result, traffic is very heavy on surrounding routes, particularly on Capel St, Parnell St, Jervis St, and along the Quays.

“Delays eastbound along the Quays are slow as far back as Custom House Quay. Diversions are in place.”

A garda spokesperson said: “Gardaí in Pearse Street are appealing for witnesses following a stabbing incident on Essex Quay.

“At approximately 4:40pm a man in his late 20s sustained apparent stab wounds during an incident on Essex Quay.

“He was treated at the scene by ambulance personnel and taken to St James’s Hospital. His injuries are not thought to be life threatening.

“A man and woman both in their 20s were arrested Gardaí at the scene. They are currently detained under section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act, 1984 at Pearese Street Garda Station. They can be held for 24 hours.

“The scene in currently preserved for technical examination and Essex Quay is closed to traffic. Garda units are currently on the south quays managing traffic. (Traffic updates will be provided on @GaRdAtraffic)

“Anyone with information is asked to contact Pearse Street Garda Station 01-6669000 or the Garda Confidential Line 1800 666 111.”