That represents almost 1 in 10 of the total number across the country.
146 complaints were made by members of the public against gardaí in the midlands in 2019.
That represents almost 1 in 10 of the total number across the country.
The number of complaints across both divisions were almost identical.
75 people made allegations against members of the force in Laois/Offaly.
While Garda Síochána Ombudsman Commission (GSOC) opened investigations into 71 submissions against gardaí in Westmeath.
In total, 1756 complaints were made across Ireland containing 2,885 separate allegations.
The GSOC's annual report shows the majority of issues relate to neglect of duty, abuse of authority and allegations of non-fatal offeNces such as assault.
96 sanctions were issued to gardaí across the country last year, with 32 instances where members of the force had their pay temporarily reduced.
The Commission also received 40 referrals where it appeared that the actions of a garda resulted in the death or serious harm of a person.
Offaly Man Reflects On Meeting Brad Pitt In the 90's
Laois Soccer Club Marks 60th Anniversary with 12 Hour Football Marathon
Glow In The Dark Sliotar Wins Student Enterprise Finals
Tanaiste Congratulates Laois School On Robotics Award
Bike Week Kicks Off In Laois Tomorrow
Two Men Jailed After Brutal Attack On Vulnerable Midlands Resident
Rose Of Tralee To Lead Darkness Into Light Walk In Laois Town
Midlands Actor Cast As John Lennon In New BBC Beatles Drama
Irish Rail To Provide Extra Services For Leinster Football Final
SIPTU Members At Offaly Sterilisation Plant To Take Strike Action
Laois County Council Seeking New Funding For STEM Officer Role
Longford-Westmeath TD Welcomes New IDA Facility
Retired Postal Workers Stage Nationwide Protests Over Pension Disputes
Laois Rental Homes Issued Improvement Notices Following Inspections
IDA Commits To State-Of-The-Art Midlands Development
Medical Card Holders Cut Off From Dental Care
Plans For New Café Lodged In Westmeath
Two Ryanair Passengers Jailed And Fined €10k for Disruptive Behaviour
Communication And Safety Highlighted At National Older Peoples Convention
Midlands MEP Backs National Charity Run For Dementia