Gardaí using elite armed intervention squads to intercept organised burglary groups 

Gardaí using elite armed intervention squads to intercept organised burglary groups 

Detective Chief Superintendent Séamus Boland said An Garda Síochána is now using organised crime legislation to tackle burglary gangs. Picture: iStock

Gardaí are now adopting the same high-security response to organised burglary groups as to gangland “murder teams”, An Garda Síochána’s top gang officer has said.

Detective chief superintendent Séamus Boland said travelling burglary gangs represent an equivalent threat to the public, citing the extreme risks posed in “very dangerous high speed” getaways from gardaí.

Already a subscriber? Sign in

You have reached your article limit.

Unlimited access. Half the price.

Annual €120 €60

Best value

Monthly €10€5 / month

More in this section

Lunchtime News

Newsletter

Keep up with stories of the day with our lunchtime news wrap and important breaking news alerts.

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited