Rock Bingo operator sues gardaí and State

The operator of a bingo hall in Cork has sued gardaí and the State for damages arising from a number of allegedly “vindictive” garda raids on the premises.

Omega Leisure Ltd, operating as Rock Bingo Club, has alleged gardaí continued to raid its premises at Deanrock, Togher, despite a High Court finding last December that its activities were lawful. Four raids were carried out in January, it said.

Omega, which operates as an agent for clubs or charities with licences for bingo nights, is suing Garda Superintendent Charles Barry, the Garda commissioner, the justice minister, Ireland, and the Attorney General. The company alleges interference with its economic interests.