Written answers

Thursday, 2 October 2008

Department of Justice, Equality and Law Reform

Garda Investigations

5:00 pm

Photo of Eamon GilmoreEamon Gilmore (Dún Laoghaire, Labour)
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Question 91: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform the steps the Garda is taking to deal with a reported feud between two criminal gangs in Dublin which has led to numerous shooting incidents and attacks using explosive devices; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32836/08]

Photo of Dermot AhernDermot Ahern (Louth, Fianna Fail)
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I have been informed by the Garda Authorities that investigations into recent incidents involving the use of pipe bombs and other improvised explosive devices in the greater Dublin area have uncovered links between a paramilitary group and organised criminal elements. Indications thus far are that the use of these devices are connected with the activities of this group in pursuit of the extortion and intimidation of other criminals and business people. Strategies have been put in place by senior Garda management in the Dublin Metropolitan Region which focus on disrupting the criminal activities of these organised criminal groups. Where there is sufficient evidence, persons involved in these types of activities are brought before the Courts.

Local gardaí supported by national units, including the National Bureau of Criminal Investigation, the Organised Crime Unit, the Special Detective Unit and personnel from Crime and Security Branch, are actively targeting suspected members of various organised crime groups operating in the city and its environs. Firearms, drugs and cash are being seized by gardaí on a regular basis and where appropriate those connected with illegal activities are brought before the Courts on related charges. I am informed by Garda management that investigations are ongoing into all such incidents and I am sure that given the circumstances the Deputy will appreciate that it would be inappropriate for me to comment any further.

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