Following the awful events in Birchwood last week, there continues to be much discussion about the scourge of drug-debt intimidation in Irish society.

How widespread is the problem in Waterford AND how can gardai help any person who finds themselves in difficulty?

This morning (Thursday), ‘Deise Today’ spoke to two senior gardai in Waterford dealing with this issue at the coal-face…Crime Prevention Officer Sgt Deirdre O’Neill PLUS a Waterford District Drugs Unit Sergeant.

You can listen back to their discussion with Damien by clicking on the ‘play now’ button…

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