Munster anti-corruption probe: Largest ever number of gardaí suspended 

The decision to suspend eight officers in Munster was taken by Garda Commissioner Drew Harris (pictured). Picture: Gareth Chaney/Collins

More gardaí are likely to come under focus as part of a rapidly expanding Garda anti-corruption probe, which saw the suspension of eight Munster-based officers on Saturday.

The move, taken by Garda Commissioner Drew Harris on foot of a recommendation by a senior officer, is the largest number of gardaí ever suspended in one action.