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Gardaí Arrest Three People Following Possible Murder Of Former Tipperary Resident.

Gardaí have arrested three individuals as part of their ongoing investigation into the possible murder of Mr William Delaney, who has been missing for almost seven years.

Two women, aged in their 30s and 50s, and a man in his 30s, were detained earlier today. They are currently being held at garda stations in the Midlands and Southwest regions under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act, 1984.

Mr Delaney, originally from Co. Tipperary, had been living in Portlaoise with his family at the time of his disappearance. On the morning of January 30th 2019, the 56-year-old left Portlaoise General Hospital, where he had been receiving treatment, before collecting his welfare payment at Portlaoise Post Office.

He was last seen at approximately 3:00pm that same day in Monasterevin, Co. Kildare, after calling to the home of a relative on the old Cork–Dublin Road, directly opposite the Hazel Hotel. The relative was not at home, but Mr Delaney was observed outside the property. He was reported missing by his family on March 6th 2019.

In June 2019, gardaí received credible information suggesting that Mr Delaney had been murdered and that his remains had been buried at a location in Co. Laois. A large-scale search operation was subsequently carried out in the vicinity of the Rock of Dunamase; however, no remains were located.

Gardaí continue to appeal to anyone with information relating to the disappearance or murder of William Delaney to come forward.

All information will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Gardaí Warn Retailers After €185,000 In Fake €50 Notes Seized.

An Garda Síochána is advising all retailers across Tipperary, and further afield, to be extra vigilant following the seizure of 3,695 counterfeit €50 notes in a Dublin 8 operation, with a face-value of €184,750.

The seized notes are now being examined by the Garda National Technical Bureau. While no arrests have yet been made, investigations into organised criminal networks are ongoing.

Key Advice for Retailers:
(1) Use the “Feel-Look-Tilt” test to check banknotes.
(2) Be alert to customers using large-denomination notes for small purchases, a common tactic used to get real change back.
(3) If you suspect a note is fake, retain it safely (don’t return it to the customer), and call your local Garda station.
(4) Report any counterfeits immediately, not only €50 notes, but all euro denominations.

Why This Matters:
Counterfeit notes can inflict significant losses, especially on smaller businesses. By staying alert and following simple checks, staff can help prevent fraud and protect both their business and customers.

Suspected Cocaine Seized In North Tipperary Garda Operation.

€17,000 Worth Of Suspected Cocaine Seized In Nenagh Garda Operation.

Gardaí attached to the North Tipperary Divisional Drugs Unit carried out a planned search of a property in Nenagh on Wednesday, November 19th, under warrant.

During the course of the operation, officers recovered suspected cocaine with an estimated street value of €17,000, along with as yet a public undeclared quantity of cash.

A man was arrested at the scene and detained at Nenagh Garda Station. He was subsequently charged and appeared before Nenagh District Court yesterday, Thursday, November 20th. The identity of the man arrested has not yet been publicly reported.

The suspected drugs have been sent for forensic examination, and a file will now be prepared for the Director of Public Prosecutions.

Government Sets Out Roadmap For Justice, Security and Migration.

The Department of Justice, Home Affairs and Migration has published its Statement of Strategy 2025–2028, outlining key priorities and planned reforms for the years ahead. The Strategy sets out a commitment to strengthening public safety, supporting secure communities and delivering on the Government’s programme, Securing Ireland’s Future.

Central to the plan is continued investment in An Garda Síochána, with a focus on increased recruitment and the provision of the resources and legislation needed to support effective policing. Over the next five years, almost 1,600 new prison spaces will be delivered, and both the Prison Service and Probation Service will be supported to ensure appropriate and effective sanctions are available to the courts.

A broad legislative agenda will be advanced, including measures to allow the retrospective use of facial recognition technology in serious crime investigations, reforms to the handling of counselling records in sexual offence cases, and legislation to criminalise sex-for-rent. The International Protection Bill will reset Ireland’s protection process in line with the EU Migration Pact, while safeguarding the integrity of the State’s immigration framework.

The Strategy also commits to improving access to justice by reducing court waiting times, reforming legal aid, and modernising the Coroners Service to provide more timely and compassionate support to bereaved families.

A rules-based, fair and balanced immigration system remains a core focus. Work will begin on Ireland’s first National Migration and Integration Strategy, recognising the important contribution of migrants to society while ensuring that immigration rules are enforced.

The Department acknowledges the contributions of staff, stakeholders and members of the public who helped shape the Strategy, and reaffirms its commitment to building a justice system that supports a safe, fair and inclusive Ireland.

New Cohort Of 194 Garda Recruits Sworn In at Templemore, Co. Tipperary.

An Garda Síochána has today welcomed 194 newly attested members to the organisation, following their graduation at the Garda College, Templemore, bringing the total number of sworn gardaí nationwide to 14,481.

The new intake includes 137 men and 57 women, with 18 recruits born outside the State, representing England, France, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Romania, Scotland, South Africa, and Wales.
A further 17 Garda Reserve members; 13 men and 4 women, were also formally sworn in.

Of the 194 newly attested members:
87 will be assigned to the Dublin region
39 to the Eastern region
47 to the Southern region
21 to the North Western region

Meanwhile, 365 Garda recruits (Intakes 252 and 253) continue their training programme at the Garda College, in Templemore.

The next intake, (Intake 254), consisting of over 220 Garda trainees, will enter the Garda College on Monday next, November 17th. This will bring to approximately 800 the number of Garda trainees who commenced training during 2025.

An Garda Síochána congratulates all newly sworn members and wishes them every success as they begin their policing careers in the service of communities across Ireland.