20 people have been arrested in Kilkenny as part of Operation Storm, targeting organised crime, in the south of the county. The arrests were in connection to a range of offences including fraud, theft, burglary, drugs, sexual offences, assault and threats. Between 60 and 70 gardai were joined by 27 trainees from Templemore for the operation. Gardaí on mounted patrol are also visiting a number of local national schools including Goresbridge, Gowran and Skeoughvosteen. Operation Storm is a high profile garda operation which targets and disrupts criminal activity and also raises awareness in crime prevention and enhances community engagement.

Source: Irish Examiner October 16, 2019 12:56 UTC