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An Garda Síochána confirmed a preliminary inquiry into complaints against junior minister Niall Collins concerning a controversial land deal, marking a significant development in the political scandal.
The ruling by the WRC follows a similar ruling in regard to another female garda who was found to have been treated unfairly.
More than 300 incidents of spiking have been reported to An Garda Síochána (Irish police) over the past five years, according to recent reports.
A Garda has won a case against An Garda Síochána due to the police force's failure to address her reported mental health problems stemming from work-related stress.
An Garda Síochána in Wicklow has issued a warning about a recruitment scam.
Ten members of An Garda Síochána are currently facing court proceedings for alleged dangerous or careless driving incidents, some of which did not result in injuries.
A report by the Oireachtas committee on justice has recommended that Jim O’Callaghan conduct a study into domestic violence perpetrated by members of An Garda Síochána, outlining 26 recommendations for handling such reports.
Irish police, An Garda Síochána, have stated that a photo circulating online, which appears to show officers with drones for the Donegal Rally, is AI-altered. Gardaí confirmed that no drone policing is planned for the event.
Survivors of crimes committed by Bill Kenneally are seeking an apology from the State, An Garda Síochána, Fianna Fáil, and the Diocese of Waterford on what they consider their day of vindication.
An Irish TD has highlighted a significant discrepancy in crash injury data, noting that serious injuries recorded by hospitals are 56% higher than those reported by An Garda Síochána in 2024, which could impact road safety decisions.
An Garda Síochána plans to expand the use of body-worn cameras nationwide across Ireland, with an investment of €150 million allocated for the cameras and related technology over the next 15 years.
An Garda Síochána Kildare has issued guidelines to the public, urging dog owners to take extra care of their pets during the current heatwave to prevent heat-related incidents.
Twelve Scott medals for bravery are being presented to 10 retired and deceased members of An Garda Síochána for their actions in dealing with anti-treaty and terrorist incidents in 1923, 1975, and 1981.
A service was held in Dublin Castle to honor ninety members of An Garda Síochána who were killed while serving in the line of duty.
Reports of domestic abuse to An Garda Síochána in Ireland have increased by 10% so far this year. Figures indicate that over 1,000 domestic abuse incidents are reported weekly.
More than 3,200 out of 6,600 invited applicants dropped out of the online test phase for An Garda Síochána last year, with hundreds also failing to attend interviews.
A report by the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has highlighted concerns that An Garda Síochána may be inadvertently subsidizing private events.
The Garda Representative Association (GRA) conference will hear calls for an agreed policy to be drafted to address direct and personal threats made against members of An Garda Síochána.
An Garda Síochána's counter-terror unit is investigating a bomb threat against a garda station, which warned of a detonation if officers used excessive force against fuel protesters.
An Garda Síochána has requested assistance from the Defence Forces to remove blockades of critical national infrastructure, following increased government criticism of ongoing protests.
An Garda Síochána, Ireland's national police force, has issued a public warning about significant traffic disruption expected across the country due to a planned nationwide fuel protest scheduled to begin early tomorrow morning.
Ireland's Garda Síochána Ombudsman Commission (GSOC) is investigating the sudden death of a 34-year-old man in Mullingar, Co Westmeath. The police watchdog is seeking witnesses to an incident that occurred on Saturday morning.
A highly regarded trainer of cadaver dogs, which are used to uncover human remains, has criticised An Garda Síochána for an apparent lack of action around a site that may be of interest to the case of missing Wexford woman Fiona Sinnott.
People who have received such messages are advissed to bring them to the attention of An Garda Síochána.
Half of the gifts accepted by An Garda Síochána (Irish police) were found to have broken anti-corruption rules, with the last publicly recorded gift being a €20 coffee voucher in July 2021.
The Garda Síochána Ombudsman Commission has launched a preliminary investigation following formal complaints lodged against Fianna Fáil Teachta Dála Niall Collins. The inquiry will examine the allegations before determining whether a full investigation is warranted.
Fiosrú, the Garda Síochána Ombudsman Commission, has sent a file to the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) regarding the death of Paul Butler, 51, following an interaction with gardaí in Dublin.
An Garda Síochána, Ireland's national police force, has reported a 15% increase in hate crimes and hate-related incidents during the past year, indicating a concerning trend.
An Garda Síochána, Ireland's national police force, reportedly failed to furnish auditors with approval records for overtime payments despite repeated requests for the necessary documentation.
The second most senior officer in An Garda Síochána, Deputy Commissioner Shawna Coxon, who oversees organised crime, terrorism, and investigations, is set to retire in November.
A child rapist who fled to Ireland has been sentenced to 24 years in jail, following close cooperation between UK authorities and An Garda Síochána to ensure his return.
A high-level meeting recently took place between senior security officials from Irish government departments, the Irish Defence Forces, and An Garda Síochána. The discussion focused on how foreign militaries assisting Ireland during its EU Presidency are permitted to act.
A serving member of An Garda Síochána (Irish police) has failed in a High Court attempt to prevent his dismissal following a drink-driving conviction. The officer was found to be four times over the legal limit when stopped in 2022.
Ireland's Garda watchdog, the Garda Síochána Ombudsman Commission (GSOC), has launched an investigation into the death of a man in Dublin after receiving a referral from An Garda Síochána.
Gardaí (Irish police officers) and a couple rescued abandoned kittens in Meath.
A 20-year-old resident of Cork, Ireland, has been charged after using false vehicle registration plates and providing a false name to An Garda Síochána (Irish police).
Paul Cleary has been officially appointed as the new Deputy Garda Commissioner, following an interim period in the role. Cleary, a well-known figure in An Garda Síochána, particularly in Dublin, previously served as Assistant Commissioner and has worked on major investigations targeting gangland.
A woman harassed by former garda Paul Moody, who sent abusive messages and threatened to share intimate images, stated she was met with silence after filing a complaint with the Garda Síochána Ombudsman Commission (GSOC).
Ninety members of An Garda Síochána who were killed while on duty were honored today at a memorial service held in Dublin Castle.
An Garda Síochána, Ireland's national police force, has launched a new recruitment campaign with a budget of €345,000. The initiative aims to attract new members to the force.
An Garda Síochána's roads policing operation over the May bank holiday weekend resulted in 123 arrests for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
The Public Accounts Committee has recommended that An Garda Síochána provide a clearer breakdown of its expenditure.
Reports from an investigation into a protected disclosure at Skillnet Ireland have been forwarded to An Garda Síochána, the Revenue Commissioners, and the Corporate Enforcement Authority.
An Garda Síochána, Ireland's national police force, has declared an "exceptional event" in response to ongoing fuel protests across the country. This declaration allows for special measures to manage the situation.
A third Garda (Irish police officer) has been arrested and is set to appear in court, charged in connection with an investigation into alleged links between members of An Garda Síochána and an organized crime group.
Irish police, An Garda Síochána, reported catching close to 700 drivers speeding within a 24-hour period as they increased patrols for the Bank Holiday.
Bike theft victims in Dublin are expressing frustration with the lack of response from An Garda Síochána, with one victim tracking his stolen bike to a specific location without police intervention.
More than 1,000 members of An Garda Síochána will be on duty across the Dublin Metropolitan Region tomorrow as part of an extensive policing plan for St Patrick's Festival celebrations.
A member of An Garda Síochána (Irish police) charged with rape and child cruelty in County Donegal is set to stand trial at the Central Criminal Court.
An Garda Síochána has raised alarms over a growing trend where criminal syndicates are leveraging multiplayer video games to recruit young people and glamorize illegal activities.
An Garda Síochána, Ireland's national police force, underreported breaches of procurement rules by more than €11 million, citing 'insufficient time' for proper procurement processes, particularly for hotels for the 2024 Europa League final.
Irish police, An Garda Síochána, have issued a warning following a significant increase in the theft of Japanese import vehicles across County Wicklow.
An investigation by Fiosrú has concluded that there was no criminal offense committed by An Garda Síochána in the death of Evan Fitzgerald at a Carlow shopping center.
Plans by An Garda Síochána for a crackdown on e-scooters and scrambler motorbikes have reportedly been delayed due to the EU presidency, amidst calls for an outright ban from victims' families.
The mayor of Kilkenny has contacted An Garda Síochána (Irish police) regarding the spread of AI-generated images and 'false rumors' about him online.
An arrest has been made after a member of An Garda Síochána was struck by a vehicle on a Kildare motorway when the driver suddenly drove off during a stop.
Irish police, An Garda Síochána, are investigating incidents of a house fire and motorbike vandalism that occurred in Galway.
Family members, colleagues, and representatives of An Garda Síochána will gather in Limerick today to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the death of Detective Garda Jerry McCabe.
A woman who allegedly made a false statement to An Garda Síochána, the Irish police force, is set to face trial in the Circuit Court.
Just over 53% of the 2,700 complaints lodged against An Garda Síochána (Irish police) with the office of the police ombudsman were deemed admissible.
The Dublin City Returning Officer has informed An Garda Síochána and Dublin City Council about "a number of complaints" received regarding images of Gerry Hutch stenciled on the ground near a polling station.
Longford Circuit Court has heard that a trial will be required for two members of An Garda Síochána who are facing charges related to corruption in the Midlands.
Figures from the Department of Justice and An Garda Síochána reveal a nearly 40% reduction in the number of gardaí in Roads Policing Units since 2009.
The commissioner of An Garda Síochána stated that firearms bought on the dark web represent one of the major challenges for Irish police, as people can now acquire guns online without needing extensive connections.
A former Fair City actor, a law student, and an athlete are among the latest recruits to join An Garda Síochána, Ireland's national police force.
Fiosrú, the watchdog, has rejected the majority of 101 complaints made nationally against An Garda Síochána regarding their policing of the recent Whitegate fuel blockade and other fuel protests.
The Taoiseach has accused Sinn Féin of lacking the courage to condemn threats made against An Garda Síochána (Irish police) arising from recent fuel protests.
All members of An Garda Síochána (Irish police) with public order training have been instructed to report for duty in protective gear for the next three days, citing an 'exceptional event'.
An Garda Síochána's five-day Easter Roads Policing Operation in Ireland resulted in over 175 arrests for driving under the influence and more than 4,000 drivers caught speeding.
Irish police, An Garda Síochána, announced that all on-duty gardaí will be deployed to police roads over the Easter Bank Holiday weekend, urging drivers to exercise extra caution, especially around pedestrians and cyclists.
A retired superintendent from An Garda Síochána has warned that a 'culture of fear' is hindering the Irish police force, a sentiment he described as common among retiring officers.
It was a momentous day in the early years of the Irish Free State. On the third Sunday of April 1926, around 2,000 members of the newly established An Garda Síochána where charged with carrying out…
The number of investigations by An Garda Síochána (Irish police) into images generated by the Grok AI tool has increased from 200 to 244.