John Gormley (Dublin South East, Green Party)
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Question 301: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform if he has received information from and met with a person (details supplied) and others in relation to serious allegations made against gardaí at Ashbourne Garda station; if he will investigate these matters; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27144/05]

Michael McDowell (Dublin South East, Progressive Democrats)
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The person in question, a constituent of mine, approached me in relation to allegations of failure of duty by members of An Garda Síochána attached to Ashbourne Garda station. Subsequent to this and at my request, the complainant and others met with officials from my Department about the matter.

I can confirm to the Deputy that the Commissioner of An Garda Síochána has appointed a chief superintendent to investigate these allegations. I understand that the investigation is ongoing.