Warning 'curtailed' CCTV in Limerick could delay criminal investigations

Councillors warned minister 'consequences will rest' with the Government if funding for the system continued to be reduced

Limerick solicitor Tom Kiely said the CCTV network had become a key resource for An Garda Síochána in investigating and prosecuting crime. Stock picture

A "curtailed" CCTV infrastructure in Limerick could lead to delays in criminal investigations, local representatives have warned as they urged the Government to continue funding the service.

Last week, Limerick mayor John Moran and príomh chomhairleoir Tom Ruddle wrote to housing minister James Browne after councillors unanimously backed a call for additional CCTV funding.