Alan Shatter (Dublin South, Fine Gael)

Recent legislation is being fully used by the Garda to target these gangs. Gardaí are applying all appropriate resources to bring to justice those who are responsible for the deaths that have occurred. I do not believe it is acceptable that we have gangs who believe they can take life with no accountability or responsibility. I have absolute faith in the work gardaí are doing to bring to justice those who have engaged in this conduct. The Garda has my full support in its continuing investigations into the events that have taken place. I am sure in the fullness of time the professionalism of gardaí in addressing these issues will become evident to the Deputy in the context of those who are brought before the courts.

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