Gardaí have raised alarm over the growing trend of so-called “citizen journalists” recording interactions with officers for social media content. At the annual conference of the Association of Garda Sergeants and Inspectors (AGSI), calls were made for stronger protections to shield gardaí and their families from the mental strain caused by on-camera provocation. Inspector Amanda … Read more
A stark warning has been issued by the Policing Authority about the future of An Garda Síochána, highlighting an urgent need to boost recruitment as the force faces a wave of retirements in the coming years. The comprehensive assessment reveals that current recruitment levels at the Garda College will barely offset ongoing resignations and retirements, … Read more
An off-duty member of the Garda Armed Support Unit (ASU) suffered a fractured skull and a brain bleed following a violent assault in Dublin city centre over the weekend, The Irish Times reported. The attack also left a fellow off-duty garda with less serious injuries. Gardai have described the incident as unprovoked and are treating … Read more
Northern Ireland’s Police Service (PSNI) reported a shocking series of attacks that left 20 officers injured across various locations in just 24 hours, highlighting the growing dangers faced by law enforcement personnel. The incidents spanned multiple areas, including Crossmaglen, Newry, Craigavon, Fermanagh, Derry, and Belfast. Each location presented its own violent scenario, from deliberate vehicle … Read more
Gardai have released images of over 90 people they are seeking in connection with the riots in Dublin city centre a year ago. The individuals, who remain unidentified, were reportedly present during the unrest on 23 November 2023 and are believed to have played a role in the events. Detectives have reviewed extensive evidence, amassing … Read more
A taskforce set up to revitalise the city of Dublin has recommended amping up Gardai presence, upgrading CCTV network, and converting derelict sites into high-density residential units, among other key measures. The taskforce was set up by the Taoiseach in May 2024 with an objective to develop a set of recommendations to rejuvenate the capital … Read more
Dublin Bus has launched a bold new initiative to combat rising anti-social behavior on its routes. Starting today, security guards will be patrolling buses across the capital in a 20-week pilot scheme. Dublin Bus CEO Billy Hann revealed the alarming increase in incidents that sparked this action. “Before the pandemic, we had about 500 incidents … Read more
Gardai have arrested and charged 16 individuals following a serious public order incident in Cork City last night. The disturbances occurred around 10pm on Oliver Plunkett Street, where a gardai patrol encountered an injured man lying on the ground outside a premises. As officers were providing assistance to the injured man, a large group of … Read more
Gardai have raised concerns over a significant increase in investment fraud cases, with more than €28 million stolen from victims in the past year alone. This alarming trend has shown no signs of easing, as more than €13.5 million has already been taken from unsuspecting individuals in 2024, surpassing the combined totals of 2021 and … Read more
Gardaí have issued a strong warning to students about the rising threat of rental scams, as recent reports reveal that 12 individuals were defrauded of over €20,000 in just one month. The victims lost an average of €1,729 each, with one person losing a staggering €3,685. According to Irishexaminer, the majority of these scams were … Read more
Gardai on Thursday arrested a 20-year-old man in connection with the Dublin riots last November, Irish Independent reported. The arrests are part of an ongoing probe “into the serious public disorder events” of November 23, 2023. With this, the number of arrests in the investigation has gone up to 50. Rioting broke out in the … Read more
Gardai arrested nine persons on Tuesday morning in connection with the riots in Dublin city centre last November. The arrests of eight men and one woman came after the force carried out searches at separate locations in the city this morning. They are currently being held in a garda station in Dublin. With this, the … Read more
A man in his 20s was arrested, and three gardaí were injured following unrest at a disused factory in Coolock, Dublin. The factory, set to house around 500 international protection applicants (IPAs), caught fire on Friday night after a protest earlier in the day. This was the third fire at the site this week, following … Read more
Gardai have launched a criminal probe into what they suspect to be an arson attack on the former Crown Paints factory in north Dublin’s Coolock. The blaze broke out just after 9pm on Thursday at the site, which was being refurbished to house over 500 asylum seekers. Dublin Fire Brigade contained the fire in the … Read more
Gardaí were called to Coolock to manage a second night of protests that turned violent over plans to house international protection applicants in the area. The Public Order Unit was deployed to handle the situation. More than 200 protesters gathered, expressing their opposition to the proposed housing. The demonstration escalated with black smoke bombs and … Read more