I am informed by the Garda authorities that the Commissioner is satisfied that all appropriate measures were taken, based on the intelligence available at the time.
Where information is received by An Garda Síochána of a threat against a particular individual the case is examined and a risk assessment is carried out. Where appropriate crime prevention advice is given to the person and family members. In addition, Garda attention is afforded to the individual and their family.
While the threat remains the situation is constantly reviewed by local Garda management in consultation with other specialist Garda units.
The incident referred to is under active investigation by the Gardaí at Swords Garda Station, assisted by other specialist Garda units under Assistant Commissioner, National Support Services.
Two persons were arrested on Tuesday, 5 December, 2006 in connection with the death of the person referred to. The persons have been released, and a file will be prepared for the Director of Public Prosecutions.
It is, therefore, inappropriate to comment further on the investigation at this time.