Gardaí Target Burglary Gangs on Motorways | Belfast News

Garda Commissioner Justin Kelly is sounding the alarm on a surge of brazen burglary gangs terrorizing towns near major highways, calling their actions “horrendous” and their members “career criminals.” Deploying a specialized 200-officer unit trained for high-risk pursuits, the Gardaí are launching aggressive, intelligence-driven operations to dismantle these crews and keep communities safe — even when it means dangerous chases and damaged patrol cars. Meanwhile, new legislation set to take effect by year’s end will dramatically increase prison terms for drivers caught traveling the wrong way on Irish motorways, reflecting a broader, multi-pronged push to restore order and protect the public. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/news/republic-of-ireland/garda-commissioner-says-resources-are-being-thrown-at-policing-burglary-gangs/a/161475385.html More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/09520aae46122d64 Report issues to [email protected].