Ward calls for Gardai task force for North Clondalkin

Dublin Mid-West Sinn Fein TD Mark Ward says he has called for a task force to be put in place to tackle the ongoing feud between warring criminal gangs in North Clondalkin.

The feud has been going on for over a year and has resulted in arson attacks on people’s homes.

It has also led to a young man being charged with attempted murder.

Deputy Ward, who is the Sinn Fein spokesperson for Community Safety, says the attacks are being played out on social media which is increasing fear in the area.

“Ordinary decent families in Quarryvale in North Clondalkin are living in fear,” he said.

“There has been an ongoing feud going on in Quarryvale between rival criminal gangs.

“We have had homes burnt out, shots fired in the open and machete attacks.

“Most of these attacks are being played out on social media which is increasing fear and a sense of lawlessness in the area.

“This feud has resulted in a young man arrested for attempted murder last week.

“Things are escalating, and families are living in fear. It is like living in a war zone.

“I contacted the Minister for Justice in June and asked for a task force to be set up.

“The local Gardai are doing their best but are under resourced.

“I have again contacted the Minister, the Commissioner and South Dublin County Council and called for an urgent, task force, similar to what was set up in the North Inner City.

“If this plea falls on deaf ears it is only a matter of time before someone is killed.

“I am aware that the local Gardai station is putting resources in the area, but they are limited.

“We need a dedicated task force with the appropriate resources.

“South Dublin County Council also have a role to play in the solution on estate management grounds.

“The good people of Quarryvale need solutions to make their area feel safe again.”