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A farming family near the village of Lorrha, at the north tip of Co Tipperary, say they have lost more than 70 sheep, following a savage dog attack on their flock after Christmas.
The attack was first discovered by local farmer Mr Donal O’Donoghue, on December 27th, which found some 50 sheep killed and another 20 having to be put down due to serious injuries.
Since the initial discovery, a number of sheep that had survived the attack have also since died.
The Chairperson of the Irish Farmers Association, Mr Kevin Comiskey has stated that such ongoing dog attacks, (the 3rd attack in the midwest in recent weeks), on sheep flocks are no longer acceptable and he has called for an emergency meeting at top government level to obtain legislation, including proper responsibility for dog licensing and compulsory microchipping, same to be brought solely under the control of the Department of Agriculture.
Following this Lorrha December 27th savage attack, some sheep still remain missing, others have been located with their entire faces and body parts ripped off. Those located dead were found strewn about everywhere at the location.
Gardaí are now investigating and we understand they have already attended at the scene of this savage attack.
- Total investment of over €20 million this year to enhance security of the State.
- New helicopter to allow for rapid deployment of specialist units across the country.
The Minister for Justice Mr Simon Harris TD has today announced an additional capital allocation of €21.5m to support significant investment in a replacement helicopter and fixed wing plane for An Garda Síochána.
Funding will be provided in 2023 to support the procurement of a longer range and high capacity utility helicopter fully equipped with Garda mission equipment.
Funding will also be made available to procure a fully equipped plane, with the requisite reliability and enhanced capabilities to support policing, security and surveillance operations.
The new helicopter will also support the rapid deployment of the Emergency Response Unit and Armed Support Units where necessary.
Together, the investments will provide a vital support to the security of the State, offering consistent and effective capacity to Garda national units in the investigation of espionage, terrorism, organised crime gangs (OCG), border policing, human and drug trafficking, kidnapping and fuel smuggling/laundering.
Speaking today, Minister Harris said: “The Garda Air Support Unit does vital work to combat criminal activity and protect the public. This new, state-of-the-art plane and helicopter will significantly boost the State’s aerial support and ability to uphold national security.
The allocation of this additional funding is further evidence of the Government’s commitment to provide An Garda Síochána with the resources it needs to keep us safe.
It’s vital our Gardaí have the resources they need to tackle serious and organised crime, police our borders, investigate potential threats, increase their surveillance capacity and rapidly deploy specialist units, such as the Emergency Response Unit and the Armed Support Unit, across the State.
I expect that the new helicopter will be purchased, delivered and become operational this year, while the new plane will become operational in 2024.”
Of the €21.5 million being made available in 2023 through Brexit Adjustment Reserve (BAR), administered by the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform, €9million will go towards phased payments for a replacement Garda Fixed Wing Aircraft, while€12.5 million will be provided for the purchase and delivery of a fully equipped helicopter.
The High Court has awarded €365,000 in damages to a Co. Tipperary man, latter unable to work after injuring his back in a 2017 workplace accident.
The award was made by Mr Justice Tony O’Connor in favour of Mr Patrick Ryan, with an address at Ormonde Crescent, Carrick-on-Suir, Co. Tipperary.
Mr Ryan had sued his previous employer, Queally Pig Slaughtering Limited, at the companies meat processing facility located near Waterford City; following injuries he sustained on April 13th 2017, while lifting a bag containing pork.
The claims had been denied.
Mr Ryan claimed he was no longer able to undertake manual work, and claimed that future surgery would not help him. Physiotherapy had not given him any relief, and he had less than an optimal response to injections and other medications provided.
In his judgement, Mr Justice O’Connor said he was satisfied that Mr Ryan was left unable to work due to the pain he was suffering following the accident. Mr Ryan claimed he was unable to go fishing anymore, or attend local sporting events because of the continuous pain; while any long periods of time spent driving, left him experiencing great difficulties.
Mr Justice O’Connor further stated that Mr Ryan’s injuries had resulted in a drastic deterioration of the previously active life, that he had once enjoyed, prior to his accident.
The judge said that that he was satisfied that Ryan, who was “a good manual worker” wished to return to work, despite his significant pain and had attempted to return to work undertaking light duties, some months after the accident. However, his pain and discomfort got worse, and he ceased working for Queally Pig Slaughtering Limited in April of 2018.
Mr Justice O’Connor said Mr Ryan was entitled to damages, including past loss of earnings, future loss of earnings, and general damages same totalling €365,500.
Garda Headquarters, at the Phoenix Park, Dublin, have confirmed that a man has been extradited from the United Kingdom, to the Irish Republic, to face dozens of money laundering charges, following a lengthy investigation by the Garda National Economic Crime Bureau (GNECB).
The suspect, who was arrested by Fraud Squad detectives yesterday evening at Dublin Airport, is understood to be a Spanish national, aged in his late 40s. He is alleged to has been involved in laundering some €450,000; same stolen while he was a resident in Co. Tipperary some five years ago; between October 2017 and November 2017.
The arrest operation is part of Operation SKEIN which has seen over 500 people across the country arrested for similar type fraud offences.
The man was taken to Ballymun Garda Station; having been initially arrested in the United Kingdom, under a Trade and Cooperation Agreement (TCA) warrant. It is expected that he will face more than 40 money laundering charges, when he appears in court, possibly as early as this morning.
The investigation is part of ‘Operation Scan‘, carried out by the GNECB into invoice redirection frauds, usually targeting businesses to trick them into re-directing large sums of money, into newly setup bank accounts.
In this extradition case, the money is alleged to have been laundered from the then Co. Tipperary base of the accused, through a series of bank accounts within Ireland.
- ‘Still Here’ ads relaunched to inform and reassure victims of domestic violence that help and support continues to be available over the Christmas and New Year
- Domestic abuse incidents will continue to be prioritised by An Garda Síochána
The Minister for Justice, Mr Simon Harris TD, has announced that ‘Still Here’, the national awareness campaign on domestic abuse, is being relaunched and will run over the Christmas holiday period.
The ‘Still Here’ campaign was developed in April 2020, to inform and reassures people that supports and services are always available to those at risk or experiencing domestic abuse and sexual violence.
This message is particularly important over the Christmas period, when reports of domestic abuse can often escalate.
Speaking of the campaign, Minister Harris said: “Unfortunately, we know that home is not a safe place for all of us. I want victims of domestic, sexual and gender-based violence to know that they are not on their own, particularly at this time of year. An Garda Síochána, the Courts Service and other services, including the vital supports provided by our community and voluntary sector, are still here for you over the Christmas period.”
Minister Harris continued: “The ‘Still Here’ initiative between the Department of Justice, frontline State services and the community and voluntary sector, working together to support victims of domestic and sexual violence, continues. Our support for victims of domestic and sexual violence is steadfast.”
The campaign will run on TV, Radio, Streaming Video and Audio Services; such as Spotify and YouTube as well as on Social Media, to reach the widest audience possible.
The campaign ads were developed by the Department of Justice in collaboration with a number of frontline services; who work directly with victims of domestic, sexual and gender-based violence.
Minister of State for Law Reform, Mr James Browne added: “I would encourage everyone to listen to these adverts. They portray the stark reality of the types of abuse many victims of domestic violence face.
Those of us lucky enough to never experience such vile behaviours should educate ourselves on what we could do if we witnessed someone else being abused in such a way and how we could help.
The Department of Justice section of the gov.ie website has practical information for people who are concerned for someone they know, and for people who witness a stranger being abused. We should all be ready to help rid our society of domestic violence.”
An Garda Síochána have stated that they will continue to reach out and make contact with victims to provide reassurance, support and to offer the assistance of local and specialised resources. An Garda Síochána will continue to treat all instances of Domestic Abuse as a priority over the festive period and once again re-enforces our commitment to ‘keeping people safe’, and in particular the victims of domestic and sexual abuse.
Speaking about the commitment of our Police Service to keeping people, and in particular the victims of domestic and sexual abuse, safe and supported, Commissioner Mr Drew Harris, said, “An Garda Síochána is unwavering in our commitment to supporting victims of domestic, sexual and gender based violence, and investigating and prosecuting offenders.
We are focused on a number of operational areas that we believe will enhance how individual Gardaí respond to victims and incidents of domestic abuse to ensure that no matter where a person lives, the service and protection they receive from An Garda Síochána will always be of a consistently high standard. This is true all year round and especially so at Christmas.”
Information on services and supports for victims is available on the campaign website HERE.
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