Charlie O'Connor (Dublin South West, Fianna Fail)
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Question 436: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform the action being taken to combat crime in Ballycullen, Dublin 24; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4015/06]

Michael McDowell (Dublin South East, Progressive Democrats)
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I am informed by the Garda authorities that the area in question is regularly patrolled by uniform and detective units from Rathfarnham and Tallaght Garda stations with a view to ensuring a concentrated and visible Garda presence in the area. These patrols are backed up by gardaí from the divisional crime task force based in Crumlin Garda station and the divisional traffic unit based in Terenure Garda station.

I am further informed that in late 2005 an additional community garda, who liaises with the local community, was appointed full time to this area. In addition, community gardaí have met with residents associations and discussed their concerns. I understand that gardaí are aware of an increase in anti-social behaviour and burglaries in the area concerned. Individuals suspected of involvement in anti-social behaviour and committing burglaries are being targeted. In addition, Operation Anvil patrols also target this area.