A Westmeath detective says it's down to one factor in particular.
The number of European Arrest Warrants sought in Ireland has increased by 51 per cent in the past five years.
Under the legislation, EU countries can apply to have a person returned to their state to face a serious criminal offence.
264 applications were made in the Irish High Court in 2014 - rising to 399 last year.
Retired detective inspector Patrick Marry says better technology is a reason for the increase:
Midlands Walking Club Celebrates 30th Anniversary This Weekend
Slieve Bloom Walking Club has a range of expeditions planned for the bank holiday weekend.
OPW Minister Wants "Grown Ups" To Resolve Children's Science Museum Fallout
The legal bill for the postponed project is estimated at €1m.
Offaly TD Criticises VAT Disparity For Beauty And Nail Salons
Hairdressing services will be subject to a 9% VAT rate come July 1st.
Laois Council Launches Clinics For Vacant Home Grants
The clinics run across the months of May and June.
Former Children's TV Presenter Revisits Midlands Towns On Nostalgic Journey
Timmy Mallett visited Athlone, Shannonbridge and Birr.
€7m Shannon Callows Flood Plans Facing Key Hurdles
The project aims to ease flooding by removing bottlenecks.
€114m Westmeath Wastewater Upgrade Complete
The project is expected to support future growth and improve the River Shannon's water quality.
Appeal Lodged Against New Lidl Development In Laois
Approval for a new supermarket in Mountmellick was confirmed by Laois County Council last month.
Housing Completions Jump Sharply In Laois In Early 2026
The figures are down in Offaly and Westmeath.
Bressie To Perform At Oprah Winfrey Dublin Show
Mullingar's Niall Breslin will be joining Pendulum Summit this September.
Daniel Kinahan To Be Held In Laois Prison
The cartel boss will be detained in A Block of Portlaoise Prison.
Irish Nationals Detained After Aid Flotilla Intercepted By Israeli Forces
A group of 175 were attempting to reach Gaza.
M7 Bus Fire Causing Major Delays In Midlands
Motorists are being advised to avoid the area.
Gardaí Arrest Fifth Man In Connection To Fatal Offaly Fire
Two people died in the firebomb attack.
Laois Senator Demands Emergency Budget
She says people can't wait any longer.
Midlands MEP Encouraged By Growing Opposition To CAP Cuts
Barry Cowen is proposing a re-working of other funding streams to mitigate against the cuts.
Government Unveils Energy Campaign And Major Fuel Support Package
Applications for the supports will begin next week for farmers and agricultural contractors.
I’m A Celebrity South Africa Debate Highlights ‘Invisible’ Reactive Abuse Patterns- ODVSS
The show has come under fire in recent days.
No Cost Of Disability Payment Progress As Carer Support Promises Stall
None of the 34 commitments were fully delivered.
Midlands Objector Appeals Against €100m St Stephen’s Green Redevelopment
The objection has come from Oliver Donoghue in Athlone.
