Attempted criminal damage in Portlaoise housing estate

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Garda Síochána members.

Laois Gardaí launch investigation and appeal for witnesses

Portlaoise Gardaí have begun an investigation into the attempted criminal damage of a car parked in a Portlaoise housing estate overnight.

It took place in the Ard Branagh estate, on the Dublin road in Portlaoise on Sunday night / Monday morning last.

A Garda spokesperson has confirmed to the Leinster Express / Laois Live that two males were observed causing damage to a vehicle, at 2am early on Monday morning, May 19.

The door of the vehicle was damaged by them. However the pair were not successful in their attempt to get inside.

Portlaoise Gardaí appeal for anyone who saw anything suspicious in the estate to get in touch. Portlaoise Garda Station, Headquarters for the Laois Offaly Garda Division, can be reached on 057 8674100. See Laois Crime / Court stories here

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