Tag Archives: An Garda Siochana

Garda appeal following Camolin burglary

Gardaí in Gorey are appealing for witnesses in relation to an aggravated burglary that happened around 8.30pm on Sunday at a residence in Camolin. Three masked men entered the house and demanded money. One of these men produced a knife during the incident. A small quantity of cash and belongings were taken from the scene.Continue reading “Garda appeal following Camolin burglary”

4,000 sheep killed every year

By Dan Walsh Lambing season occurs during January and February and results in around 400 incidents per annum with three to four thousand sheep being killed. Gardaí are appealing to all dog owners to ensure their dogs are kept under control as Gardaí have received reports of livestock being attacked by dogs. These incidents includeContinue reading “4,000 sheep killed every year”

Arrest following Piercestown burglary

A man was arrested by Gardaí in Rosslare this morning following a burglary at a business premises in Piercestown the previous night. The man was subsequently charged and brought before the Wexford District Court this afternoon. Items of property stolen were recovered. If you notice anything suspicious in your area, please contact your local GardaContinue reading “Arrest following Piercestown burglary”

Two arrested and drugs seized in Kilmuckridge

Two men, aged in their early 40s and late teens, were arrested and detained at Wexford Garda Station under Section 2 of the Criminal Justice Act 1996 following the search of a house in the Kilmuckridge area on Friday. A cannabis grow-house and a large quantity of amphetamine valued in total at €66,000 was seized.Continue reading “Two arrested and drugs seized in Kilmuckridge”

Holiday homes burglaries in Courtown

By Dan Walsh A man has been arrested as part of an ongoing investigation into a series of burglaries and theft of property at caravans and holiday homes in the Courtown area of North Wexford. Gardaí in Courtown assisted by Gardaí from Gorey conducted a search and arrested a man on suspicion of committing theseContinue reading “Holiday homes burglaries in Courtown”

Body recovered from River Slaney

The body of an elderly local woman has been recovered from the River Slaney, just south of the Seamus Rafter Bridge at Enniscorthy. Gardai and emergency services rushed to the scene around 11.30am after family members became concerned for the woman’s welfare. The woman was pronounced deceased at the scene. A post mortem will takeContinue reading “Body recovered from River Slaney”

Man dies in road collision at Davidstown

By Dan Walsh A man in his late 30s has died in single vehicle road traffic collision that occurred at approximately 9.25am today (Thursday) at Ballyeden, Davidstown, on the Clonroche/Wexford road (R730) just off the N30 junction at Ballymackessey. The only occupant of the car involved was pronounced dead at the scene. The body hasContinue reading “Man dies in road collision at Davidstown”

Arrested in Wexford for fraud offences

Gardaí attached to the Garda Extradition Unit and Garda National Bureau of Criminal Investigation (GNBCI) have executed nine European Arrest Warrants including the arrest of a 52-year-old male in Wexford wanted for fraud offences in Poland.     Detective Superintendent Michael J. Mullen of the Garda Extradition Unit remarked that, “the significant arrests, coordinated by detectives attachedContinue reading “Arrested in Wexford for fraud offences”

Man (20s) in New Ross road crash

A man in his 20’s sustained serious injuries when his motorcycle left the road and struck a ditch on the R733 at Ballinteskin, on the New Ross to Ballyhack road. It happened shortly before midnight and only one vehicle was involved. Gardai and emergency services attended the scene. He was treated at the scene andContinue reading “Man (20s) in New Ross road crash”