Gardaí joining intelligence network of 30 European states 'will be a game-changer'

SIS II (Schengen Information System) allows gardaí get instant alerts from police in 30 European states, and upload information about their own investigations, such as missing persons cases, crime, and terror. Picture: Dan Linehan

Gardaí and border officials will now receive instant alerts from 30 European states for wanted or suspected criminals and terrorists coming into the country.

Ireland is the latest country to join the Schengen Information System, which also provides alerts on missing children and adults as well as stolen property.