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06/01/2020
Appeal For Information After Garda Officer Dragged By Runaway Car
Gardaí have issued an appeal for information after an officer was injured when he was struck by a car and dragged in an incident in Dundrum town centre.
At approximately 6.45pm on Sunday 05 January, garda and Town Centre security staff attempted to stop a blue Fiat Bravo hatchback car, that was believed to be connected to a previous theft in the area. However, the driver failed to stop and attempted to flee at speed, the car struck a male garda officer, dragging him a "considerable distance".
The officer was taken to St Vincent's Hospital with significant soft tissue injuries to his lower leg.
The vehicle was later recovered by Gardaí at Kilcarrig Close in Tallaght.
Gardaí at Dundrum are appealing to the public for information in relation to this incident. If anyone is aware of the identity of the driver or has any information in relation to any individuals in this crime group, please contact gardaí.
Gardaí are also appealing for information in relation to the Blue Fiat Bravo Hatchback that was recovered at Kilcarrig Close, Tallaght.
Anyone with any information is asked to contact Dundrum Garda Station on 01 666 5600, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station.
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At approximately 6.45pm on Sunday 05 January, garda and Town Centre security staff attempted to stop a blue Fiat Bravo hatchback car, that was believed to be connected to a previous theft in the area. However, the driver failed to stop and attempted to flee at speed, the car struck a male garda officer, dragging him a "considerable distance".
The officer was taken to St Vincent's Hospital with significant soft tissue injuries to his lower leg.
The vehicle was later recovered by Gardaí at Kilcarrig Close in Tallaght.
Gardaí at Dundrum are appealing to the public for information in relation to this incident. If anyone is aware of the identity of the driver or has any information in relation to any individuals in this crime group, please contact gardaí.
Gardaí are also appealing for information in relation to the Blue Fiat Bravo Hatchback that was recovered at Kilcarrig Close, Tallaght.
Anyone with any information is asked to contact Dundrum Garda Station on 01 666 5600, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station.
(MH/CM)
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