Advertisement

We need your help now

Support from readers like you keeps The Journal open.

You are visiting us because we have something you value. Independent, unbiased news that tells the truth. Advertising revenue goes some way to support our mission, but this year it has not been enough.

If you've seen value in our reporting, please contribute what you can, so we can continue to produce accurate and meaningful journalism. For everyone who needs it.

Alamy Stock Photo
Gardaí

Criminal investigation launched after swim coach suspended from Dublin pool

Gardaí have started a criminal probe following a report from Swim Ireland.

SWIM IRELAND SAYS it is cooperating with Gardaí after a coach was suspended from a Dublin pool.

The governing body for swimming in Ireland said a matter was raised with its National Children’s Officer, who, in line with procedures, contacted the statutory authorities straight away.

“The matter is now being investigated by the Gardaí, and the coach has been suspended. All relevant protocols are active, and our priority now is to offer appropriate support and to cooperate with the Garda investigation,” Swim Ireland said in a statement.

A spokesperson for An Garda Síochána said it started a criminal investigation following a report from Swim Ireland in February.

The police force said it has no further comment to make at this time.

Comments are closed for legal reasons.