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What will happen when the Gardaí arrive after I call 999/112

  • The Gardaí will arrive and introduce themselves.
  • They will speak to those involved separately and ascertain what occurred.
  • They will get details of those involved and the relationship between them.
  • Where there is a domestic abuse order in place and that order has been breached, the Gardaí will arrest the perpetrator.
  • Where there is no domestic abuse order in place and the Gardaí have grounds to suspect that an offence has been committed and they have a power of arrest, they will utilise that power of arrest.
  • Gardaí will investigate all offences that have occurred.
  • Gardaí will take a statement of complaint from you and any witnesses or will make arrangements to take them at a later time and date.
  • Gardaí will collect and examine evidence relevant to the offence(s).
  • Gardaí may conduct a risk assessment with you.
  • Gardaí will supply you with details of relevant support services and how to apply for a domestic order should you not have one.
  • Gardaí will follow up with you after the initial call.