"Sacrificial lamb" fear over garda file transfer

THE Garda Representative Association is concerned that members could become "sacrificial lambs" following news that files could be sent to the DPP over alleged garda misconduct during an anti-capitalist rally in Dublin in May.

"Sacrificial lamb" fear over garda file transfer

GRA general secretary PJ Stone said he was concerned morale in the force would be damaged if gardaí were prosecuted for their handling of a disturbance after the protest march by Reclaim The Streets, a network of anti-globalisation groups.

“There will be a stage very shortly when members of the force will be afraid to do their duty because of the implications,” Mr Stone said.

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