Investigations underway after car 'deliberately' drives into garda vehicle, causing damage
No Gardaí in Louth were physically harmed
An investigation has been launched following a "serious incident" where gardaí from the Louth Roads Policing Unit were deliberately driven into by another vehicle.
On Saturday, August 2, members were on patrol as part of the August Bank Holiday weekend road safety operation when they were involved in this incident. It occurred at approximately 8:30pm in the evening.
While patrolling the Ravendale area, north of Dundalk, Gardaí observed a grey Northern Ireland registered Audi A4 acting suspiciously. When they attempted to stop the vehicle, the driver then deliberately drove into and caused damage to the Roads Policing patrol car. Authorities said this showed a "reckless disregard for garda safety."
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Luckily, no Gardaí were physically harmed throughout the course of the incident and investigations are now ongoing.
They are working closely with the Police Service of Northern Ireland to try and identify those responsible.
A spokesperson for An Garda Síochána in Louth said, "If you witnessed anything suspicious in the Ravensdale area around 8.30pm - or have any information that may assist- please contact Dundalk Garda Station on 0429388400 or call 999 in an emergency
"Our Roads Policing Units remain on patrol across the region focused on keeping people safe. Your support is vital and very much appreciated," they concluded.