While this was going on the other burglar proceeded to check all of the pensioner’s pockets for money. Whitehall Garda Station has been closed for nearly six years . “Since Whitehall Garda Station closed down, you would rarely ever see any gardai on the beat or even on the patrol around here. Local TD, Noel Rock said there is huge concern over urban robberies becoming more violent. The TD said while it would be difficult to reopen Whitehall Garda Station - due to its use as the city morgue - there is enough room in the building for a garda presence.

Source: Irish Independent March 27, 2018 19:52 UTC