The presidential election campaign in Ireland has come to an end, overshadowed by violent riots in front of an immigration center. At the polls on Friday, turnout remained comparatively low until late afternoon. The independent MP Catherine Connolly, who was supported by left-of-center parties, was considered the overwhelming favorite. After the polling stations close on Friday evening (10 p.m. local time), the ballot boxes will be sealed. Counting starts at 9 a.m. on Saturday; The result is expected later this afternoon. Meanwhile, Irish police are preparing for possible new riots this weekend.
