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There were 74 complaints made against local gardaí in 2024.
There have been almost 400 complaints made against gardaí in the Laois/Offaly Garda Division in the last five years, according to new figures. There were 74 complaints made against local gardaí in 2024, 70 in 2023, 83 in 2022, 100 in 2021 and 59 in 2020.
The figures were released following a parliamentary question by Matt Carthy TD to Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration, Jim O'Callaghan.
In response Minister O'Callaghan said: "An Garda Síochána has a proud tradition in serving communities and protecting the State with over 18,000 Garda members, civilians and reserve.
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"An Garda Síochána are guided by three simple Policing Principles which state that policing services must be provided: Independent and impartially; In a manner that respects human rights; In a manner that supports the proper and effective administration of justice.
"We are fortunate in this country that every community wants to see more Gardaí visible in their area. The Gardaí provide an invaluable service and as an organisation are committed to the highest professional standards.
"The Garda Commissioner is by law responsible for the management and administration of An Garda Síochána, including all HR and performance and discipline related matters.
"Fiosrú is the independent body responsible for receiving complaints from the public concerning members of An Garda Síochána."
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