Garda investigation launched following an aggravated burglary in Coolaney
A Garda investigation is continuing this morning following into an aggravated burglary at a residence in Coolaney over the weekend. During the course of the incident, two men are understood to have accosted a man in his 60s after entering his residence. The suspects subsequently made off with…
Man due to appeal in court in relation to aggravated burglary in Letterkenny
Gardaí in Donegal have arrested a man following an aggravated burglary at a residence in Letterkenny yesterday. At approximately 7:55pm, a male entered the property in Glenard Park. The man, who was armed with a hammer assaulted the occupants of the residence. A woman in her 40s and a…
Gardaí launch winter phase of burglary prevention operation
Gardaí are launching the winter phase of ‘Operation Thor’ – aimed at preventing burglars from targeting people as the days get darker. Research indicates there can be a surge of up to 20 per cent in this form of crime during the winter months. A large increase in the number…
Gardai investigating aggravated burglary in Drumshanbo
Gardaí are investigating an aggravated burglary that occurred at a residence in Drumshanbo, yesterday evening. The incident occurred at approximately 5pm when two masked men entered the property. An occupant at the residence, a man in his 20s, received medical treatment at the scene from paramedics. No…
Investigation underway into alleged aggravated burglary in Twin Towns
An investigation is underway into an alleged aggravated burglary that happened at a residence in the Twin Towns last night. Two males at the residence were assaulted during the course of the burglary. Another two males, both in their 20s, were arrested at the scene and are currently…
Man refused bail in Tom Niland case
A 28 year old man has been refused bail after being charged in the aggravated burglary of Tom Niland in Skreen, Co Sligo on the 18th of January. RTE reports John Irving of Shanwar, Foxford, Co Mayo was refused bail on a number of grounds such as the seriousness of…
Three men due before Sligo District Court in relation to aggravated burglary in Skreen
Three men from County Mayo are expected appear before a sitting of Sligo District Court this morning The three are charged with aggravated burglary at the home of Tom Niland at Doonflynn, Skreen on January 18th last. The three are 54-year old Francis Harmon, 10 Nephin Court, Killala…