Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 5 October 2022
289. Deputy Brendan Griffin asked the Minister for Justice the estimated monetary cost due to damaged Garda property due to instances of ramming of Garda vehicles in 2019, 2020, 2021 and to date in 2022; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [49059/22]
View answerI can assure the Deputy that I strongly condemn any assault on, or action that causes harm to, serving members of An Garda Síochána or any action that causes damage to Garda resources or public property.
An Garda Síochána perform a vital function in providing safety and security to our communities and should be applauded and supported for their service, not subject to assault or harm in the execution of their duties.
I am advised by the Garda authorities that the below table represents the estimated monetary cost due to damaged Garda property due to instances of 'ramming' of Garda vehicles.
|
Year |
Cost |
|
2019 |
€252,496 |
|
2020 |
€187,417 |
|
2021 |
€121,648 |
|
*2022 |
€70,863 |
* Figures up to and including 3 of October 2022.
