News - Gardaí
Close to 800 local assaults reported in the first six months of this year
The data comes after the Central Statistics Office yesterday lifted a warning on the reliability of crime figures from the Gardaí that had been in place since 2018.
Oct 26, 2023 13:21
Man seriously injured following Mullingar collision
The incident, involving an e-scooter, occurred close to midday at Saunders Bridge in the town.
Oct 25, 2023 17:26
Local Gardaí arrest motorist over multiple road safety violations
Once stopped, Gardaí found that the driver had been disqualified from driving for 15 years and they also subsequently tested positive for cocaine.
Oct 25, 2023 16:23
Gardaí appeal for information on missing Mullingar teen
When last seen, Melissa was wearing a grey jumper, a green sleeveless jacket and black runners.
Oct 20, 2023 08:10
Two men arrested following Roscommon drugs seizure
Local Gardaí from the Roscommon/Longford Drugs Unit along with the Garda Canine Unit and armed Support Unit conducted the search yesterday afternoon.
Oct 20, 2023 07:29
Motorist caught drug driving and speeding near Longford primary school
The car was found to be travelling at 96km per hour in a 50km per hour zone.
Oct 19, 2023 13:08
Gardaí renew appeal for information regarding Longford assault in August
A woman in her 50s was seriously assaulted in the early hours of Monday, the 7th of August.
Oct 19, 2023 12:09
Claims new Garda dispatch system a barrier to local policing
The new system is designed to enhance Gardaí responses to ensure that the public receive the best possible response.
Oct 17, 2023 14:06
Road deaths continue to rise as five die in incidents over the weekend
A motorcyclist in his 30s was also killed in a crash at Cloneish in County Roscommon on Saturday evening
Oct 16, 2023 09:45
Motorcyclist dies following fatal road traffic collision in Roscommon
The RTC involved a car and a motorcycle.
Oct 15, 2023 10:12
Inattentive learner driver with no NCT caught speeding by local Gardaí
The car was found to be travelling at 120 km per hour in a 60 km per hour zone.
Oct 15, 2023 09:24
Over 120 new Gardaí sworn in as members of the force today
The majority of those attested today will be stationed in Dublin with the smallest number going to the North-West.
Oct 13, 2023 17:36
Tánaiste understands the need for heightened security at Leinster House
Around 200 gardaí were on duty on Budget Day, while eight foot barriers were erected around Leinster House.
Oct 11, 2023 17:03Shannonside Newsletter
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