Tag Archives: An Garda Siochana

Traffic plans for National Ploughing week

By Dan Walsh Over 80,000 people are expected daily at the three-day National Ploughing Championships this week in Screggan, near Tullamore, Co. Offaly and attendees should familiarise themselves with the traffic management plan for their route. An Garda Síochána has a significant Traffic Management and Parking Plan in place for the three days, Tuesday, WednesdayContinue reading “Traffic plans for National Ploughing week”

€1.9m drug seizure in New Ross

By Dan Walsh A man in his 40’s was arrested after Gardaí seized almost €1.9 million worth of cocaine and cannabis during a search operation of a premises in New Ross on Friday. The search was carried out by members attached to the Wexford Crime Unit. 89kg of cannabis with an estimated value of €1.76Continue reading “€1.9m drug seizure in New Ross”

Search for missing Wexford teenager

By Dan Walsh Gardaí in Wexford are seeking the public’s assistance in locating missing teenager Abbie Reid. The 14-year-old, who was reported missing from her home at Duncormick on Friday, August 8th, is approximately 5 feet 5 inches tall, with a medium build, brown eyes and long brown hair. When last seen, Abbie was wearingContinue reading “Search for missing Wexford teenager”

Two men held after €120,000 drugs find

Two men in their 20s and 30s were arrested after €120,000 worth of cannabis was found during two searches in County Wexford on Wednesday. Around six kilograms of herbal cannabis with an estimated value of €120,000 was seized during a search of a residential property. In a follow-up search, a further 1.5 kilograms of herbalContinue reading “Two men held after €120,000 drugs find”

Enniscorthy Patron Day traffic plan

By Dan Walsh Enniscorthy will be busy on Sunday with the annual Patron taking place at St. Mary’s Cemetery and Enniscorthy Cemetery at 3pm. An Garda Siochána say that a one-way traffic system will be in operation. All parking will be in Quarry Park and the field adjacent to the new cemetery- access from BlackstoopsContinue reading “Enniscorthy Patron Day traffic plan”

Theft from vans reported in Enniscorthy and Gorey

By Dan Walsh Gardaí are investigating thefts from three vans that happened overnight between Sunday and Monday. Two incidents took place at Slaney View Park, Enniscorthy. A third van was targeted at Clonattin, Gorey. Gardaí are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed suspicious activity, or who may have CCTV, dashcam, or doorbell footage fromContinue reading “Theft from vans reported in Enniscorthy and Gorey”

Alleged attack on Templeshannon Quay

By Dan Walsh in Enniscorthy A man was rushed to hospital today following an incident opposite the Bus Stop on Templeshannon Quay, Enniscorthy, this afternoon. His injuries are unknown. A seating area beside the River Slaney was cordoned off to the public for a period of time  around 1pm and Gardaí were on the scene.Continue reading “Alleged attack on Templeshannon Quay”

Crime figures climb in Riverchapel!

By Dan Walsh Crime figures have reached a new high in North Wexford after two ladders were stolen in a mid-day break-in and theft at a premises in Riverchapel, Courtown. Gardái in Gorey are investigating. A break-in occurred between 12 noon and 1.30pm at Etchingham Heights housing estate in Riverchapel. A door was kicked in,Continue reading “Crime figures climb in Riverchapel!”

Man charged with €1.6m Ballycarney drugs haul

A 46-year-old man has been charged in connection with a €1.6m drugs haul  at Tincurry, Ballycarney, last Friday. Vincent Fanning of Slaney Drive, Ballycarney, Enniscorthy, appeared before Judge Kevin Staunton at a special sitting of Gorey District Court. Mr Fanning was charged with possession of a controlled drug for the purpose of selling or supplyContinue reading “Man charged with €1.6m Ballycarney drugs haul”