Letters to the Editor: Gardaí were like lambs to the slaughter in Dublin riot
Workers clearing debris from around a burned-out Luas tram and bus on O'Connell St in the aftermath of the violent scenes in the city centre on Thursday evening. Picture: Brian Lawless/PA
Every person I met at the end of last week, from the early morning postman to the girls in the coffee shop — all hard working, dedicated, honest citizens of Cork — could not hold back their emotions, anger, and disgust at the appalling behaviour and thuggery that embarrassed the nation last Thursday.
As the heated discussion flowed, one stranger, an elderly gentleman, proposed that we contact our local TDs and let them know our feelings and what we believe needs to happen to regain trust and to feel safe. I thought his idea was excellent and I hope TDs read my letter.
