19/08/2026

Garda Anti-Corruption Investigation Leads To Dublin Court Appearance

An Garda Síochána’s Anti-Corruption Unit is investigating the activities of a specific Garda member based in the Dublin Region.
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Since the inquiry began, one member of An Garda Síochána has been suspended from duty. A man in his 30s, who is a serving Garda, has been charged and is due to appear before the Criminal Courts of Justice, Court Number 2, this morning, Wednesday 19 August 2026.

As this is an ongoing criminal investigation, An Garda Síochána is making no further comment.

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