"Commissioner Justin Kelly stated that a dedicated drone unit has been established within the force and will be launched by next year to deal with serious incidents as well as pursuits."
"Garda Sean Shields was convicted at Dublin District Court after following two masked scrambler riders into a cul de sac, claiming he was tackling the 'scourge' of reckless scramblers."
"The Association of Garda Sergeants and Inspectors expressed shock at the case, highlighting a major issue is the lack of pursuit training for frontline members."
"Commissioner Kelly mentioned that the case has 'crystallised' issues for senior officers, emphasizing the need for renewed policies and procedures around pursuits."
A new drone unit is set to be established within the Garda force to address serious incidents and pursuits. This announcement follows the conviction of Garda Sean Shields for dangerous driving while pursuing masked youths on scramblers in Dublin. The Association of Garda Sergeants and Inspectors expressed concern over the lack of pursuit training for officers. Commissioner Justin Kelly emphasized the need for updated policies and procedures regarding pursuits to ensure officers feel protected while performing their duties.
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