Calls for Government to tackle 'pandemic' of drug-related intimidation after Offaly attack

"There are calls on Government to increase efforts to tackle drug-related intimidation across the country, with Opposition TDs telling how it is "destroying lives" in local communities."

"It comes as gardaí are investigating whether an arson attack in Co Offaly that killed a young child and his grand-aunt was a targeted case of drug debt intimidation."

Calls demand that the Government increase efforts to tackle drug-related intimidation across the country. Opposition TDs state drug-related intimidation is destroying lives in local communities. Gardaí are investigating whether an arson attack in County Offaly that killed a young child and his grand-aunt was a targeted case of drug debt intimidation. The incident has raised concern about the escalation of violence tied to drug debt enforcement. Local families and communities face fear and trauma as intimidation and violent reprisals undermine safety and stability. Political pressure is mounting for a stronger national response to curb intimidation and protect vulnerable residents.

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