Westmeath Sees Increase in Assaults Against Women

Westmeath has reported an 8% increase in assaults against women in early 2026, contributing to the county's third-highest overall crime rate in Ireland, with rates for burglary and assault at or above the national average.

13 Aug, 05:00 — 13 Aug, 05:00

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Westmeath sees 8pc increase in reports of assaults against women in early 2026

Westmeath was found to have the third-highest overall crime rate in the country with rates equal to or above the national average for burglary and assault

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Westmeath sees 8pc increase in reports of assaults against women in early 2026

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