Gardai clamp down on drugs hauls destined for the north west
A top Garda officer in the region has confirmed that recent major drugs seizures elsewhere were destined for the north west. Chief Superintendent Aidan Glacken told a meeting of the County Sligo Joint Policing Committee that not only was this the case but that the drugs hauls were also paid…
Garda expert says young people reveal too much about themselves online
A Garda expert in child sexual exploitation says young people tend to reveal far too much about themselves online. Detective Sergeant Mike Smith told a meeting of the Sligo Joint Policing Committee last night that children as young as seven are now being ‘groomed’ within minutes online in what is…
[UPDATE: Road Reopened] N17 near Curry Village closed due to road traffic collision
The N17 near Curry Cillage is temporarily closed this morning due to a road traffic collision. The incident occurred at around 9.20am involving two vehicles. There are no reports of serious injuries and the road will remain closed for a short time today while emergency services investigate the scene. Motorists…
Gardai investigate death of woman in Donegal
Gardai are investigating the death of a woman in her late 20s in County Donegal. Officers were called to a house in Killygordon in the early hours of this morning. The area has been sealed off and an investigation is underway.
Tubbercurry Gardaí appeal for witnesses following collision between car and pedestrian
Gardai are appealing for witnesses to a road traffic collision that took place in the early hours of this morning. A collision between a car and pedestrian happened at around 2.30am on the outskirts of Tubbercurry along the N17 at Carrentubber, Co. Sligo. Anyone with information, especially those who may…
Garda warning to Christmas shoppers: Thieves may be watching you and your home
Homeowners with Christmas items in their houses as well as shoppers are being warned they could be watched by criminals at this busy time of the year. And neighbours are also being urged to keep an eye on each other, and on homes and properties. Today is the shortest day…
Gardai warn businesses to be vigilant during this busy time of year
Gardai are warning business people to be vigilant at this busy time of the year. Sergeant Paul Wallace is crime prevention officer in Donegal. He says there are a number of simple precautions that business should take . . . and which could make for a happier Christmas.