'Joyrider' ramming of Garda car was 'retaliation' for detention of drivers 

Gardaí suspect incident was retaliation for three young gang members who were put in custody after breaking bail conditions
'Joyrider' ramming of Garda car was 'retaliation' for detention of drivers 

Footage captured two vehicles tearing up and down Cherry Orchard at about 7.30pm, roared on by a large group of teenagers, young children and young adults

Gardaí suspect the latest terrifying incident of so-called joyriding in West Dublin was “retaliation” from a gang, members of which have recently been jailed for breaking curfews.

The driving chaos on the streets of Cherry Orchard in Ballyfermot on Monday evening was recorded and circulated on social media, sparking outrage and shock, including from Justice Minister Helen McEntee.

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