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Kim oLeary

Extra gardai to patrol Luas stops after increased violence

Extra garda patrols are set to tackle increased violence and vandalism incidents at Luas stops.

In recent months, stops along the Red Line, including the Fettercairn, Cheeverstown and Fortunestown Luas stops, have been vandalised - including damage to shelters, screens, and ticket machines - and have seen an increase in violent incidents.

Speaking at the JPC Policing Meeting on Friday, Superintendent Ian Lackey from Tallaght Garda station, said: “From last weekend on, we have put in dedicated additional high-visibility patrols on the Luas and on the bus. "

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