Kildare Gardaí investigating after two cars torched in estate

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A garda investigation is underway after two cars were set alight in a residential area. 

The incident happened in Kilberry, Athy on April 8 last between 2.30am and 3am.

A white Citroen Berlingo and a grey Volkswagen Tiguan were sprayed with a flammable liquid and set alight in the incident.

Anybody who noticed any suspicious people or vehicles in the area around the time is asked to contact Athy gardaí.

A Garda statement said: 

"Gardaí attended an incident of criminal damage by fire that occurred in the Kilberry area of Athy, Co Kildare at approximately 2:30am on the 8th of April 2023.

"Two cars were damaged in the course of this incident.

"No arrests have been made and investigations are ongoing."

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