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Gardaí seize €135,000 worth of drugs in Dublin searches
Gardaí said a “substantial quantity” of benzodiazepines, cocaine and heroin was found.
'Those who are committing sexual offences aren't being properly held to account'
Only 11% of sexual offences reported last year were detected by gardaí.
Murder, drugs crimes, and other offences on the rise in Dublin region in the last 12 months
Begging offences on the streets of Dublin has decreased but some representatives said this does not reflect the reality.
Almost 90% of sexual offences reported in 2018 not solved by gardaí
The CSO has published new data on the detection of crime last year.
Man (20s) shot dead in north Dublin
The incident happened on Clonshaugh Avenue at around 5.15pm.
Gardaí make five arrests as they carry out raids linked to spate of assaults on sex workers
A number of women have been subjected to violent attacks in recent weeks.
Border crime: Republican and loyalist smuggling gangs 'crippling haulage sector'
Dissidents and loyalists are using the same routes to smuggle goods.
Three men re-arrested over gangland style shooting in Dublin
The shooting happened in Lucan on 4 September.
CAB seizes Rolex watches, cars, cash and drug paraphernalia in Longford gang crackdown
A man in his 20s was arrested.
Explainer: Why the two boys who murdered Ana Kriegel can never be named
The judge and gardaí have made it clear that there could be severe penalties for anyone who attempts to publicly identify them.
Gardaí appeal for information about van linked to Meath shooting
The van was parked near the scene of the shooting in the days leading up to Richard Carberry’s killing.
Earliest possible release dates for Boy A and Boy B will be in 2031 and 2027
The judge said he wanted the court to be kept fully informed about the boys’ progress and development in custody.
Man charged in connection with murder of Limerick schoolboy Brooklyn Colbert
The 11-year-old boy was found with multiple injuries at a house on Sunday night.
Post-mortem completed on body of 11-year-old found dead at house in Limerick
The body of Brooklyn Colbert was discovered on Sunday evening. Gardaí have renewed their appeal for information.
Teenager who slashed woman's throat in Dún Laoghaire attack given 11-year sentence
The boy was 15-years-old when he arranged through a dating app to meet a woman and then attempted to kill her.
Investigation after two men tied-up during armed raid in Donegal
The raid happened at the home of two business-owners yesterday evening.
'Money mule' recruiters tricking Irish third-level students into handing over bank details
Spikes in money mule recruiting activity are often seen at the start of new terms, according to experts in the field of fraud.
'The law is weak': Government launches public consultation on hate speech
The Department of Justice is currently finalising research on legislative approaches to tackling hate crime in other countries.
Two men arrested over seizure of submachine gun and drugs in Clare
The firearm and €125,000 worth of cocaine and cannabis herb were found during a search last year.
Opinion: 'Dublin Murders shows how our obsession with crime stories is just part of the human condition'
Author Sam Blake explores how readers got hooked on crime stories – and why it’s no bad thing.
Review of adult caution scheme after juvenile prosecution scandal
A review of the juvenile diversion programme found thousands of reported crimes were not prosecuted.
22 people arrested in relation to crime during day of action in Kilkenny and Carlow
The arrests were made as part of Operation Thor.
Timmy Hourihane murder 'reveals danger faced by homeless people on the streets'
Timothy Hourihane had been assaulted and had sustained serious injuries to his head and body.
14-year-old boy among three stabbed in series of attacks in Limerick city suburb
A garda source said they believe all three incidents are linked.
British teen sentenced for killing motorcyclist by placing bike in his path
The teenage boy, who admitted manslaughter, cannot be named for legal reasons.
Man (40s) in critical condition after assault in Phibsborough
The man received serious head injuries during the assault that occurred shortly after 7pm on Monday.
Gardaí investigating alleged assault of student outside Dublin secondary school
Videos on social media show the alleged assault outside St Dominic’s College in Cabra.
'If you feel uncomfortable or threatened, report it': Hate crime definition introduced for gardaí
The Garda Commissioner said gardaí want to encourage victims to report these incidents to them.
Derry man found guilty of murdering ex-fiancée Charlotte Murray
The body of the 34-year-old woman, who went missing in 2012, has never been found.
Pensioner (80s) sent for trial on sexual assault charges
The offences allegedly occurred over a 12-month period between 2012 and 2013.
Rise in the number of people who say they don't worry about becoming victims of crime
Some 79% of respondents said that national crime was a ‘serious’ or ‘very serious’ issue.
Man (41) stabbed multiple times while sitting in car with young child
The incident happened at around 10.45am on Tuesday morning.
Appeal for witnesses after man shot in 'brutal' paramilitary-style attack in west Belfast
The shooting happened shortly before 9pm last night.
Facebook warned that new privacy rules could aid terrorism and child abuse
The social media network has been dogged by several privacy scandals in recent years.
Doubling sentences for knife crime to 10 years 'will send a clear message', says Fianna Fáil
Fianna Fáil supports the re-introduction of a ‘Bin the Blade’ amnesty.
Michael McCoy murder: 'Someone knows why my father isn't with us - justice will come'
McCoy’s body was found in the Dublin mountains, where he had taken his two dogs for a walk, in 2016.
Fraud and drug offences on the up, but number of murders decreases
The CSO has released the latest statistics of crimes recorded by gardaí.
34 people arrested by gardaí in Kilkenny and Carlow
The offences for which people were arrested include theft, assault, and sale and supply of illegal drugs.
Man (80s) arrested in connection with fatal Mayo shooting released without charge
The victim was killed shortly after midnight last night.
Man charged in relation to Artane gun seizure
He’s due to appear in court tomorrow morning.
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