The number of assassinations thwarted since 2016 by An Garda Síochána has been revealed in their latest annual report, released on Tuesday, October 31.
Gardaí have thwarted 80 attempted assassinations in the last seven years, according to the report. While no further detail was given by Gardaí, the number is significant enough to make it into their annual highlights.
Further highlights in the report for 2022 include over €57m worth of drugs and almost €4m cash seized, as well as Garda Dog Unit detection dogs assisting in 368 searches.Over 10,200 Gardaí being able to access critical information on the move through a mobility applicationA spokesperson for the gardaí said that 2022 saw the organisation"make major advances in preventing and detecting crime, protecting national security, and supporting our people in their vital work.
The Garda's analysis of domestic, sexual and gender based violence that provided data and insights to help to further improve prevention and detection in this area, and supports for victims, was also highlighted.Garda Commissioner Drew Harris said:"2022 marked An Garda Síochána’s centenary, it was a year of reflection and thanks for the organisation.
"While all our centenary activity demonstrated how we have evolved over the 100 years to meet the changing needs of society, it also showed how we remained true to our core value of policing not by force of arms or numbers, but on our moral authority as servants of the people.”Lady Gaga joins U2 on stage at the Sphere to duet on several songs
Ireland Latest News, Ireland Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Even More Acts Announced For Indiependence 2016The website for Irish women
Read more »
Some Of The Baby Names Predicted For 2016 Are VERY DifferentThe website for Irish women
Read more »
“Rio 2016 Is My Big Aspiration” – Her.ie Speaks To Irish Runner Ciara EverardThe website for Irish women
Read more »
Ireland's Brazilian community rallies in support of delivery driver injured in Garda incidentIreland's Brazilian community has rallied in support of delivery driver João Ferreira (23), who lost part of his leg following a collision with a Garda vehicle.
Read more »
Weather Ireland: Flooding affects homes from Wexford to Newry ahead of Storm CiaránIreland weather: Amber level warning in place for Northern Ireland as Met Éireann issues yellow warning
Read more »