‘Growing problem’ of anti-social behaviour in Dungarvan, Waterford TD says
Deputy Conor McGuinness took to social media following a number of incidents in the West Waterford town
Sinn Féin TD Conor McGuinness took to social media following a number of recent incidents in the West Waterford town.
In a video posted to Facebook, Deputy McGuinness said: “We need to talk about anti-social behaviour in Dungarvan.
“This is a growing problem in our town and this weekend, it went too far.
“Fireworks are being used as projectiles, fired across our square and exploding at head height.”
He went on to outline the steps he has taken and will take in a bid to see this issue addressed.
“I’ve raised this directly with garda management and I will raise it with the Minister for Justice as well because we need to see more resources in West Waterford.
“We need to see more visibility on the ground and we need to see greater responsiveness.
“The people of Dungarvan must be able to enjoy their town without fear or intimidation.”
“This cannot become normal”, Deputy McGuinness concluded.
His comments come following an incident in Grattan Square in Dungarvan on Friday evening last.
A video which has circulated on social media appears to show a group of young males setting off a firework in the centre of the town.