Four out of every 10 garda stations in Ireland recorded an increase in crime last year compared to pre-Covid levels.
An analysis by the Irish Independent of a detailed breakdown of crime figures reveals that 40% of garda stations nationwide recorded more criminal offences in 2021 than in 2019.
In Wicklow, Shillelagh recorded a significant increase of 77%.
In contrast, Enniskerry recorded a decrease of 57% and Roundwood recorded a decrease of 62%.
Burglary featured as the most common category of crime in 30 stations nationwide, including a cluster of stations in south Wicklow – Aughrim, Avoca, Shillelagh and Tinahely.
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