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Irish Rail Boosts Security Amid Rising Passenger Complaints
Irish Rail is increasing security measures following a surge in passenger complaints detailing drug use, racial abuse, and drunken behavior on its services. This decision comes after reports, including an incident of a man smoking crack at Sandycove, highlighted the need for enhanced safety.
15 Apr, 11:59 — 15 Apr, 14:45
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irish-timesHigh133d ago
Drug use, racial abuse and drunken behaviour among complaints reported to Irish Rail
Rail operator increasing security patrols after more than 1,150 alerts sent to antisocial behaviour text service in 2025
By Darragh McDonagh
Read full article →the-journal133d ago
Irish Rail increasing security after passenger reports include man 'smoking crack' at Sandycove
Incidents including passengers brandishing knives and drug users ‘shooting up’ in carriages were reported to the company last year.
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First report: the-journal · 15 Apr, 11:59|Full coverage: 2 · 3h|Window: 3h
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