Gardaí ensuring the vulnerable are kept safe
‘AN Garda Síochána are here to help’.
That was the message from Chief Superintendent for Sligo/Leitrim Aidan Glackin in a video reassuring the public resources are in place to help communities.
In a video posted on the Sligo Leitrim Garda Facebook page the Chief Superintendent explained he has restructured garda resources in order to respond to the changing role the gardaí are now playing during the ongoing pandemic in order for personnel and equipment to be available to ‘respond to your community needs’.
“Gardaí in your area are currently making contact with persons who may be vulnerable during this time to check and see if they’re okay or if they have any particular needs no matter how small.”
The Chief Superintendent urged those who are at risk or vulnerable not to put themselves in danger, and instead seek assistance from An Garda Síochána.
“Vulnerable people should not put themselves at risk or danger and everyone should adhere to the HSE guidelines. An Garda Síochána are here to help.”
He added that if anyone who needs help and is unable to get out for groceries or medication, they can contact An Garda Síochána for assistance.
“Or if you are concerned for a family relative who lives alone, please contact us and one of our team can take steps to ensure that your needs are met.
“It might be just a ‘Hello’ or a regular check-in to help people through this challenging time,” he explained.
Chief Supt Glackin assured the public that gardaí were working alongside partner agencies and also acknowledged the work being undertaken by local clubs and voluntary community teams who are offering services to help the community.
He thanked the public for their help and cooperation.
“My ask is that you contact gardaí in your local area and help us to identify other persons who may be vulnerable in your communities so that we can assist them in any way.
The Garda Chief concluded by noting the service being given by his members and their families and also assured the public that gardaí would continue to prevent and detect crime and keep communities safe.
The Sligo/Leitrim Garda Facebook page has seen a number of pictures posted of members working in the community over the past week with one Garda even walking a dog for its owner which proved to be a big hit across all social media platforms.