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Sunday World
27-05-2025
- Sunday World
Four people charged after gardai target burglary, theft and drugs in Co Wicklow
A total of six people had been arrested and an imitation firearm seized after gardai conducted searches of 13 locations on the morning of May 23 An imitation firearm was seized in the operation Four people have been charged after gardai carried out searches across Co Wicklow as part of a 'day of action' targeting those involved in burglary, theft and drug related offences. A total of six people had been arrested and an imitation firearm seized after gardai conducted searches of 13 locations on the morning of May 23. 'Gardaí have since charged four of these individuals in relation to this operation and they will appear in court at a later date,' a Garda spokesperson said today. 'Two individuals have been released without charge and a file will be prepared for the Director of Public Prosecutions. 'During the day of action six individuals were arrested for driving offences and a total of 16 vehicles were detained under Section 41 of the Road Traffic Act 1961.' An imitation firearm was seized in the operation News in 90 Seconds - May 27th Uniform gardaí from across the county were backed up by the Detective Unit, Roads Policing Unit, Garda Armed Support Unit and Air Support Unit during the planned operation. An imitation firearm that was seized was sent for ballistic analysis. Gardaí also conducted more than 80 checkpoints over the course of Operation Thor which involves investigations into those suspected of committing burglaries and theft offences in Co Wicklow 'Today's operation follows the arrest of 12 other people over the past ten days who have been wanted on warrant for failing to appear in court,' a Garda spokesperson said at the time. 'Furthermore, more than €100,000 worth of drugs have been seized by gardaí in the past two weeks and two people arrested. 'One person is now before the courts in connection with this seizure in Co. Wicklow.' Gardai added that throughout the day, crime and burglary patrols, both covert and high visibility, were carried out along with a series of checkpoints. A number of road traffic and crime related detections were made. Chief Superintendent Derek Hughes from the Wexford Wicklow Division said: "When a person's home is broken into or someone has had their possessions taken from them, it can leave a lasting impact and really affect their sense of safety and privacy. 'It's an invasion and causes huge upset. "Gardaí across Wicklow have been working around the clock to fully investigate the crimes that have been committed, and are determined to continue detecting and preventing criminals from profiting from the hardship of others – our work this month demonstrates our commitment to robustly investigate and prosecute offenders who engage in this type of crime.' Operation Thor was launched in November 2015 to tackle an increase in the number of burglaries and associated criminal activity by 'undertaking targeted enforcement and preventative activity'.
Irish Daily Mirror
27-05-2025
- Irish Daily Mirror
Operation Thor: Gardaí arrest six people in Wicklow for burglary and theft
Gardaí have arrested six people on suspicion of burglary and theft offences following a massive day-of-action by multiple Garda units in Wicklow. Last Friday, May 23, Uniform Gardaí from across the county were assisted by the Detective Unit, Roads Policing Unit, Garda Armed Support Unit and Air Support Unit for the planned operation. Together they conducted searches of 13 locations early this morning targeting those involved in burglary, theft and drug related offences in the county, conducted more than 80 checkpoints, and seized more than €100,000 worth of drugs. Now, Gardaí have arrested a further six individuals on suspicion of burglary and theft following the day of action, conducted under Operation Thor. Gardaí have since charged four of these individuals in relation to this operation and they will appear in court at a later date. Two individuals have been released without charge and a file will be prepared for the Director of Public Prosecutions. During the day of action six individuals were arrested for driving offences and a total of 16 vehicles were detained under Section 41 of the Road Traffic Act 1961. Operation Thor, launched in November 2015, is designed to tackle the anticipated increase in the number of burglaries and associated criminal activity by undertaking targeted enforcement and preventative activity.
Irish Independent
27-05-2025
- Irish Independent
Four charged after gardaí conduct searches across Wicklow targeting those involved in burglary, theft and drugs
An imitation firearm was seized in the operation Four people have been charged after gardaí carried out searches across Co Wicklow as part of a 'day of action' targeting those involved in burglary, theft and drug related offences. A total of six people had been arrested and an imitation firearm seized after gardaí conducted searches of 13 locations on the morning of May 23. 'Gardaí have since charged four of these individuals in relation to this operation and they will appear in court at a later date,' a Garda spokesperson said today. 'Two individuals have been released without charge and a file will be prepared for the Director of Public Prosecutions. 'During the day of action six individuals were arrested for driving offences and a total of 16 vehicles were detained under Section 41 of the Road Traffic Act 1961.' Uniform gardaí from across the county were backed up by the Detective Unit, Roads Policing Unit, Garda Armed Support Unit and Air Support Unit during the planned operation. An imitation firearm that was seized was sent for ballistic analysis. Gardaí also conducted more than 80 checkpoints over the course of Operation Thor which involves investigations into those suspected of committing burglaries and theft offences in Co Wicklow. An imitation firearm was seized in the operation Today's News in 90 Seconds - May 27th 'Today's operation follows the arrest of 12 other people over the past ten days who have been wanted on warrant for failing to appear in court,' a Garda spokesperson said at the time. 'Furthermore, more than €100,000 worth of drugs have been seized by gardaí in the past two weeks and two people arrested. 'One person is now before the courts in connection with this seizure in Co. Wicklow.' Gardai added that throughout the day, crime and burglary patrols, both covert and high visibility, were carried out along with a series of checkpoints. A number of road traffic and crime related detections were made. Chief Superintendent Derek Hughes from the Wexford Wicklow Division said: "When a person's home is broken into or someone has had their possessions taken from them, it can leave a lasting impact and really affect their sense of safety and privacy. 'It's an invasion and causes huge upset. "Gardaí across Wicklow have been working around the clock to fully investigate the crimes that have been committed, and are determined to continue detecting and preventing criminals from profiting from the hardship of others – our work this month demonstrates our commitment to robustly investigate and prosecute offenders who engage in this type of crime.' Operation Thor was launched in November 2015 to tackle an increase in the number of burglaries and associated criminal activity by 'undertaking targeted enforcement and preventative activity'.
Irish Daily Mirror
23-05-2025
- Irish Daily Mirror
Five people arrested and imitation firearm seized in garda 'day of action'
Five people were arrested and an imitation firearm seized as gardaí conducted an organised 'day of action' targeting criminal activity in Co Wicklow. Uniform Gardaí from across the county were assisted by the Detective Unit, Roads Policing Unit, Garda Armed Support Unit and Air Support Unit during today's planned operation. Together they conducted searches of 13 locations early this morning targeting those involved in burglary, theft and drug related offences in the county. During these searches, five people were arrested and are currently detained at Garda Stations in the southeast region under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act. An imitation firearm was also seized during the major operation and will be sent for ballistic analysis. Gardaí also conducted more than 80 checkpoints over the course of today's day of action. Today's operation was conducted as part of Operation Thor and follows the arrest of 12 other people over the past 10 days who have been wanted on warrant for failing to appear in court. Furthermore, more than €100,000 worth of drugs have been seized by Gardaí in the past two weeks and two people arrested. One person is now before the courts in connection with this seizure in Co Wicklow. Throughout the day crime and burglary patrols, both covert and high visibility, were carried out along with a series of checkpoints. A number of road traffic and crime-related detections were made. Commenting on this activity, Chief Superintendent Derek Hughes from the Wexford-Wicklow Division said: "When a person's home is broken into or someone has had their possessions taken from them, it can leave a lasting impact and really affect their sense of safety and privacy. It's an invasion and causes huge upset. "Gardaí across Wicklow have been working around the clock to fully investigate the crimes that have been committed, and are determined to continue detecting and preventing criminals from profiting from the hardship of others – our work this month demonstrates our commitment to robustly investigate and prosecute offenders who engage in this type of crime."
BreakingNews.ie
23-05-2025
- BreakingNews.ie
Five pople arrested as drugs and imitation firearm seized in Co Wicklow
Five people have been arrested as part of an operation targeting those suspected of committing burglaries and theft offences in Co. Wicklow. Uniform gardaí from across the county were assisted by the Detective Unit, Roads Policing Unit, Garda Armed Support Unit and Air Support Unit during today's planned operation. Advertisement Together they conducted searches of 13 locations early this morning targeting those involved in burglary, theft and drug-related offences in the county. During these searches, five people were arrested and are currently detained at Garda Stations in the south east region. An imitation firearm has been seized and will be sent for ballistic analysis. Gardaí also conducted more than 80 checkpoints over the course of today's day-of-action. Advertisement Friday's operation follows the arrest of 12 other people over the past 10 days who have been wanted on warrant for failing to appear in court. Furthermore, more than €100,000 worth of drugs have been seized by Gardaí in the past two weeks and two people arrested. One person is now before the courts in connection with this seizure in Co. Wicklow. Throughout the day crime and burglary patrols, both covert and high visibility, were carried out along with a series of checkpoints. Advertisement A number of road traffic and crime related detections were made. Commenting on this activity, Chief Superintendent Derek Hughes from the Wexford Wicklow Division said, "When a person's home is broken into or someone has had their possessions taken from them, it can leave a lasting impact and really affect their sense of safety and privacy. It's an invasion and causes huge upset. "Gardaí across Wicklow have been working around the clock to fully investigate the crimes that have been committed, and are determined to continue detecting and preventing criminals from profiting from the hardship of others – our work this month demonstrates our commitment to robustly investigate and prosecute offenders who engage in this type of crime.'
