Gardai investigate series of thefts from vehicles in Limerick city
A number of items were stolen, including a bag and a watch from a vehicle at Upper Gerald Griffin Street
LIMERICK gardai are investigating a series of thefts from vehicles in the city centre
Sergeant Michelle O’Halloran, Crime Prevention Officer Henry Street Garda Station said:
“On the 2nd of May shortly after 1.20am at John Square, a man reported observing a male and female entering his van parked outside his home and going through his vehicle."
Sgt O'Halloran continued: “And between 9pm on the 3rd of May and 5.30am on the 4th of May, a theft from a vehicle was reported at Upper Gerald Griffin Street. A number of items were stolen, including a jacket, a bag and a watch.”
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With the theft from the vehicle on Upper Gerald Griffin Street, there was property stolen from the vehicle.
“We regularly see vehicles targeted where valuables are left inside and visible, even for a short period. Bags, clothing, watches, wallets and electronic items can all attract unwanted attention.”
The local crime prevention officer concluded: "Offenders will often look for homes or vehicles where access can be gained quickly and quietly. An unlocked door, an open window or valuables left visible inside a vehicle can create that opportunity."