New garda sergeant takes charge of crime prevention post for Limerick city

A NEW crime prevention officer for Limerick city has taken up her post following the retirement of well-known sergeant, Ber Leetch. 

Sergeant Michelle O’Halloran of Henry St Garda Station has had a fruitful career in the force for 22 years thus far, spending most of her time in Limerick city.

She is assuming the role of former Sgt Ber Leetch who retired in October last year after 35 years in the force.

“I wish to acknowledge the fantastic work of Sergeant Leetch, who was very well known throughout the city and county,” Sgt O’Halloran said. 

“I am looking forward to continue working with the local communities and business owners, throughout the Limerick Division.”

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Sgt O’Halloran has experience in various roles in An Garda Síochána, including in Community Policing and working as a Detective Garda in Mayorstone, before promotion to the rank of Sergeant.  

“I worked in the rural areas within Clare-Tipperary Division for some time before returning to Henry St Garda Station, where I was appointed Sergeant in Charge,” she said. 

“Throughout my career, I worked with, assisted and supported dozens of victims of crime and their families through criminal justice system and now I look forward to operating at a preventative level assisting and advising the communities, businesses and retailers.”