Photograph: An Garda SíochánaGardaí have recorded more than 2,500 incidents of drug-related intimidation since 2021, including 150 arson attacks. Since 2021, reported incidents of drug-related intimidation have increased by 38 per cent, from 397 to 550 so far this year. Criminal damage is the most common form of drug-related intimidation, with 164 cases reported this year and 740 since 2021. Sources said the nature of drug-related intimidation has also become more complex and insidious in recent years. [ Nearly 200 reports of drug-related intimidation in north DublinOpens in new window ]A Garda spokesman said drug-related intimidation has a “devastating impact” on families and communities and remains a high priority for the force.

Source: The Irish Times December 26, 2025 19:35 UTC