"The rise in serious incidents of violent crime in Monaghan must act as a clarion call for action around tougher measures to combat it."
That's according to Aontú rep for Monaghan, Olivia Larkin.
The local rep says the last few weeks alone have seen a spike in very serious incidents.
She believes people who are assaulting Gardai and engaging in anti-social behaviour must face serious consequences.
Ms Larkin believes that there is far too much leniency around this issue, and it appears this Government is unable to take the matter in hand and is out of solutions.
The Aontú representative said she will continue to call for mandatory sentences for those found guilty of attacking a Garda.
Olivia Larkin told Northern Sound: "Those who engage in shocking violent behaviour like this must face the full rigours of the law and must be sentenced far quicker than they are at the moment.
"It is ludicrous to think that someone who is found guilty of crime and serious violence is allowed to live freely in the community instead of being behind bars.
"The increasing frequency and severity of criminal incidents across Monaghan is having a really adverse effect on the fabric of our community.
"People have repeatedly told me they are nervous and anxious, and it is disgraceful to think that a small amount of people who have scant respect for law and order are having such an effect on law abiding communities who just want to be able to live in peace.
"This situation has only been exacerbated by the ongoing reduction in Garda numbers in Monaghan which I have repeatedly highlighted."
