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19/12/2016
New Figures Reveal Rise In Sexual Offences
New figures have revealed sexual offences are up 6.6% compared to the same period last year.
The Central Statistics Office statistical release for Q3 of 2016 states there were 152 further incidents compared to 2015, up from 2,294 to 2,446. In addition, there was a 1.1% rise in homicide offences, relating to one incident.
However, there was a large drop in burglary and other related offences (31.2%), as well as a 15.7% decline in damage to property and to the environment.
The Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality, Frances Fitzgerald T.D, said the 31% drop in burglary crime was impressive thanks to An Garda Síochána's "sustained drive against burglars under Operation Thor".
"The Government remains absolutely committed to supporting Garda efforts to combat crime including Operation Thor," she said.
"It is encouraging that the regional breakdown of the CSO figures shows that Operation Thor is benefitting communities right across the country.
"Burglary is a terrible and invasive crime and we will continue this crackdown to ensure the safety and security of people in their homes all over Ireland."
(LM)
The Central Statistics Office statistical release for Q3 of 2016 states there were 152 further incidents compared to 2015, up from 2,294 to 2,446. In addition, there was a 1.1% rise in homicide offences, relating to one incident.
However, there was a large drop in burglary and other related offences (31.2%), as well as a 15.7% decline in damage to property and to the environment.
The Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality, Frances Fitzgerald T.D, said the 31% drop in burglary crime was impressive thanks to An Garda Síochána's "sustained drive against burglars under Operation Thor".
"The Government remains absolutely committed to supporting Garda efforts to combat crime including Operation Thor," she said.
"It is encouraging that the regional breakdown of the CSO figures shows that Operation Thor is benefitting communities right across the country.
"Burglary is a terrible and invasive crime and we will continue this crackdown to ensure the safety and security of people in their homes all over Ireland."
(LM)
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17 October 2019
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29 September 2017
35 Arrests Made In Four-Day Operation Thor Investigation
Gardaí have made 35 arrests during a four-day operation aimed at preventing crime, disrupting criminal activity and enhancing community engagement in the Kilkenny-Carlow Division. As a result of Operation Thor – 'Project Storm' 10 people have been charged and will appear at local sittings of Carlow and Kilkenny District Court in the coming weeks.
35 Arrests Made In Four-Day Operation Thor Investigation
Gardaí have made 35 arrests during a four-day operation aimed at preventing crime, disrupting criminal activity and enhancing community engagement in the Kilkenny-Carlow Division. As a result of Operation Thor – 'Project Storm' 10 people have been charged and will appear at local sittings of Carlow and Kilkenny District Court in the coming weeks.
22 January 2016
Three Arrested In Waterford In Operation Thor Operation
Three men have been arrested in Co Waterford as part of Operation Thor, an ongoing national anti-crime initiative. The men were arrested on Thursday evening when garda stopped a car in Tramore. They are currently detained under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act, 1984 at Tramore and Waterford Garda Stations.
Three Arrested In Waterford In Operation Thor Operation
Three men have been arrested in Co Waterford as part of Operation Thor, an ongoing national anti-crime initiative. The men were arrested on Thursday evening when garda stopped a car in Tramore. They are currently detained under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act, 1984 at Tramore and Waterford Garda Stations.
19 December 2019
Latest Crime Statistics Show 33% Fall In Homicide Offences
Homicide offences have fallen 33% in the third quarter of 2019, according to the latest Crime Statistics by the Central Statistics Office (CSO). The decrease is said to be in part due to a significant reduction in instances of dangerous driving leading to death; and in part due to a decrease of 17% in instances of murder.
Latest Crime Statistics Show 33% Fall In Homicide Offences
Homicide offences have fallen 33% in the third quarter of 2019, according to the latest Crime Statistics by the Central Statistics Office (CSO). The decrease is said to be in part due to a significant reduction in instances of dangerous driving leading to death; and in part due to a decrease of 17% in instances of murder.
09 October 2019
Winter Phase Of Operation Thor Launched
An Garda Síochána have launched the 5th annual Winter Phase of Operation Thor, targeting residential burglaries, which traditionally tend to increase in winter months. International evidence has established that a surge in burglaries of about 20% is likely to arise in the winter months when daylight hours are at the lowest level.
Winter Phase Of Operation Thor Launched
An Garda Síochána have launched the 5th annual Winter Phase of Operation Thor, targeting residential burglaries, which traditionally tend to increase in winter months. International evidence has established that a surge in burglaries of about 20% is likely to arise in the winter months when daylight hours are at the lowest level.
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