Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 10 May 2022
654. Deputy Emer Higgins asked the Minister for Justice if she will provide a breakdown of incidents of accommodation fraud that occurred through social media platforms, in person, or through other websites or methods. [23250/22]
View answerAs the Deputy will be aware, under the Garda Síochána Act 2005, the Garda Commissioner is responsible for the management and administration of An Garda Síochána, including the recording of crimes reported to An Garda Síochána. As Minister, I have no direct role in these matters.
I am advised by the Garda authorities that the below table shows the breakdown of incidents of accommodation fraud that occurred, and the method of communication used between suspect and injured party, for the period 2021.
|
Method of Communication |
Incidents |
|
Online |
137 |
|
Social Media |
54 |
|
Text/Messenger App |
27 |
|
Unknown |
58 |
|
Total |
276 |
It is worth noting that figures are operational and liable to change and are based on a reported date using data obtained from PULSE.
