Keith Harrison threats examined by Charleton tribunal

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The Charleton tribunal heard evidence about threats against Garda Keith Harrison, reported on 23 October 2017. The threats were linked to anonymous 999 calls made on 4 and 5 October 2013, after which his home security was assessed and he was advised to take care. The tribunal also heard that a prison search found a mobile phone believed to be accessible to Martin McDermott, whose release date was subsequently put back.

The evidence formed part of a briefing at a regional senior-gardaí meeting in Dundalk on 5 November 2013.

The tribunal was also examining contacts between gardaí and the HSE or Tusla concerning Garda Harrison.