A Clare senator believes criminals in this county are becoming emboldened as they see instances of anti-social behaviour go unpunished.
It follows an incident in Sixmilebridge in which two sheds outside a house were destroyed after a firework was allegedly thrown through a gate at the rear of the property.
The incident is said to be the latest in a spate of anti-social behaviour in the area.
Tulla Fianna Fáil Senator Timmy Dooley says if the Gardaí are seen to be unable to apprehend perpetrators, they will grow in confidence and continue to commit crimes.
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