There was a marked decrease in drug offences in Tipperary last year.
Chief Superintendent Derek Smart told the Joint Policing Committee meeting, possession of drugs was down 16% on 2018, while possession for sale or supply was down 14%.
While the Gardaí acknowledged there is a major drug problem across the Premier County, they say searches were increased and more resources were focused on the area.
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However, Independent TD Michael Lowry told Tipp FM News the drugs problem is spreading across rural communities with parents fearing their children will get caught up in it.
