A "law-abiding citizen of impeccable character" has alleged at the High Court that she was falsely branded a "major criminal" and a "serious female gouger" after officers discovered she was in a relationship with a garda. Ms Warren submits that the messages also suggested that Garda Kavanagh's career was ruined due to his relationship with her. It is submitted by lawyers for Ms Warren that the search of her home amounted to an interference in her personal life and her relationship with Garda Kavanagh. "Immediately subsequent to the search, messages on the WhatsApp platform were sent and were circulated," said counsel. Further, said Mr Harty, the messages either directly or indirectly claimed that Gda Kavanagh's career was ruined by reason of the relationship.

Source: Irish Examiner February 13, 2026 00:49 UTC