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03/01/2018
Dedicated Garda Unit To Investigate Attacks On Taxi Drivers
Gardaí have announced a dedicated unit to tackle an increase in violent robberies against taxi drivers.
According to reports, drivers in Tyrellstown, Ongar and Clones have been attacked, with eight reports made in the last four weeks.
It is understood that one line of inquiry is that gangs of teenagers are behind the attacks.
Anyone with any information about the incidents are asked to contact garda.
(MH/LM)
According to reports, drivers in Tyrellstown, Ongar and Clones have been attacked, with eight reports made in the last four weeks.
It is understood that one line of inquiry is that gangs of teenagers are behind the attacks.
Anyone with any information about the incidents are asked to contact garda.
(MH/LM)
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