Joanna Tuffy (Dublin Mid West, Labour)
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Question 207: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform the steps being taken by gardaí to stop the recent escalation of thefts in a village (details supplied) in County Meath; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42023/09]

Dermot Ahern (Louth, Fianna Fail)
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I am informed by the Garda authorities that the area referred to by the Deputy is subject to regular patrols by uniform and plain clothes personnel, including the District Detective and Drug Units and Traffic Corps personnel. Members of An Garda Síochána carry out high visibility checkpoints in the area, including under Operation Anvil and mandatory alcohol testing checkpoints. I am further informed that there has been an active investigation of incidents in the area which resulted in a number of arrests and a file will be prepared for submission to the Law Officers. I am also informed that there is ongoing liaison between An Garda Síochána and the local community, where an active Neighbourhood Watch scheme is in place.