Gardaí release images of 99 'persons of interests' connected to ...

This analysis has identified 99 "persons of interest", who gardaí need to interview to either include or exclude them from the investigation.

They are now asking for public help to identify the individuals whose images have been posted on the garda website.

Speaking at a press conference Chief Superintendent Patrick McMenamin said the serious rioting last November left "many traumatised" and 13 gardaí injured and resulted in "significant reputational damage for the city of Dublin".

He asked people to look at the images of 99 people uploaded onto the Garda website who were present in city centre on 23 November and who played a role in the events that night.

The Garda website provides people with an online tool, a "feedback form", to enter information and even suggest a name, which they can submit.

This is the first time gardaí has used this online tool in an investigation.

Gardaí have conducted a data impact assessment on releasing the photographs.

Chief Supt McMenamin also encouraged anyone who sees themselves in the images to contact gardaí and they can be ruled in, or out, of the investigation.

Asked why the Garda investigation was continuing a year on, compared to the speed of similar police investigations in Southport, England, Chief Supt McMenamin said they have to work with the legislation in Ireland.

The riots, which lasted from 4pm to midnight, caused serious damage and disruption in the North and South Inner City. 

Over the course of the evening:

28 vehicles were damaged or destroyed, including a Luas tram, three Dublin Buses, 15 Garda vehicles, and two fire brigade vehicles. 66 businesses were vandalized, with over 500 premises checked by gardaí. 13 gardaí were injured during the incidents.

To date, 57 people have been arrested, with 53 charged in relation to the riots. 

Of these, 14 individuals have been convicted in District Court for public order offenses, receiving penalties ranging from imprisonment to charitable donations. Additional cases are pending before the courts.

A total of 134 charges have been brought, including:

25 for criminal damage, including arson 22 for burglary 46 for public order offenses Others for theft, weapons offenses, and assault causing harm

Gardaí are asking that anyone who recognise any of people in the images or have information to contact them on 01-6668000 or email Store Street Garda Station on [email protected].

Confidential tips can also be provided through the Garda Confidential Line at 1800 666 111.

They are also asking anyone who sees their own image to come forward.