Galway Bay fm newsroom - Concerns have been raised over the rise in domestic dispute incidents across the county.
Latest Garda statistics show a 37 percent rise in the number of domestic disputes with 436 recorded in the first 10 months of the year.
Galway West TD Catherine Connolly described the figure as 'horrific' at this week's meeting of the joint policing committee.
She said very often this can concern serious violence and assault and is frightening in a county where there are not enough refuges and safe places for those involved.
Garda Chief Superintendent Tom Curley explained to the meeting that in cases of domestic disputes with no offence disclosed, Gardai check for any orders in place.
They then organise a call-back or series of call-backs and such cases are monitored closely.
He added that if there is a second or third call, the Superintendent has to view the investigation and will issue clear directions.
Deputy Connolly said such cases are a huge concern given the confines placed on many households due to the pandemic - to hear more, tune in to Galway Bay fm news on the hour...
