Cash and jewellery stolen in separate County Limerick burglaries
The homeowners returned to find their house in Shanagolden had been ransacked and a significant amount of cash stolen
A SERIES of burglaries have taken place across County Limerick.
Sergeant Michelle O’Halloran, Crime Prevention Officer at Henry Street Garda Station said:
“Unfortunately, we’ve seen a number of residential burglaries in recent days, and we’d like to remind people to remain vigilant and take some simple but effective steps to protect their homes.”
On Tuesday, July 28, between 9am and 2pm, a burglary occurred at a home in Shanagolden.
Sgt O’Halloran explained: “The homeowners returned to find their house had been ransacked and a significant amount of cash stolen. It is believed entry may have been gained through windows that had been left open.”
Gardaí in Foynes are investigating and would appeal to anyone who was in the Shanagolden area during those hours, and who may have noticed any suspicious people or vehicles, to contact them.
A second burglary occurred on Thursday, July 30 at a home in Boher.
“In that incident, a side door was forced open and both upstairs and downstairs bedrooms were searched. Cash and jewellery were stolen,” said the local crime prevention officer.
Gardai in Caherconlish are investigating and would also like to hear from anyone who may have information, no matter how insignificant it may seem. Information can also be provided confidentially through the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111.
Sgt O’Halloran offered the following advice for homeowners, saying:
“The first message is to make your home as secure as possible. Always lock all doors and windows when leaving your home, even if you’re only going out for a short time. Open windows can provide an easy opportunity for burglars.
“We’d also encourage people not to keep large amounts of cash or valuable jewellery at home. If you do have valuable items, photograph them, record serial numbers where possible and consider using a safe that is securely fixed to the structure of your home. Good exterior lighting, monitored alarms and CCTV or video doorbells can all act as excellent deterrents.”
Sgt O’Halloran concluded: “Most importantly, if you notice anything unusual in your area—perhaps an unfamiliar vehicle repeatedly driving around or someone acting suspiciously—please contact Gardaí immediately.”