Fergus O'Dowd (Louth, Fine Gael)

The Deputy has raised very serious issues which I am glad to know he has already brought to the attention of a Garda superintendent in the Thurles area. They should also be known to the Garda Commissioner.

The Deputy referred to a paddywagon. The implications for the gardaí who might have been present are serious and the matter needs to be investigated if a Garda vehicle was involved. In my experience, gardaí have never acted except in conformity with the law and in keeping with the proper discharge of their duty of care.

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