21/01/2020

Drogheda Garda Officer Allegedly Followed Home By Suspected Gang Member

A personal safety warning has been issued to all gardaí officers working in Drogheda after an officer was allegedly followed home by suspected gang members.

According to reports, the alleged incident occurred days before the murder of Keane Mulready-Woods.

The Garda Representative Association (GRA) described the incident as "very intimidating".

(MH/CM)


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