Operation Thor is driving down the number of residential burglaries in the North West
The North West saw a decrease in the number of residential burglaries during Operation Thor Winter Phase for 2022/2023. According to figures released by An Garda Síochána, Operation Thor winter phase for 2022 and 2023 saw 18% decrease in figures in the number of residential burglaries. Operation Thor…
Gardaí launch winter phase of burglary prevention operation
Gardaí are launching the winter phase of ‘Operation Thor’ – aimed at preventing burglars from targeting people as the days get darker. Research indicates there can be a surge of up to 20 per cent in this form of crime during the winter months. A large increase in the number…
New campaign launched to protect homes this winter
Gardai in Donegal have launched a new campaign to protect homes from burglary this winter. ‘If you love it lock up and light up’ is part of the Operation Thor National Crime Prevention Initiative. Gardai are urging the public to keep lights on when not in the house, lock all…