Two men arrested after armed robberies at two fast food outlets in Kildare

Two men have been arrested following armed robberies at two fast food outlets. 

According to Gardaí, the incidents took place in Newbridge, Co Kildare yesterday (Monday, March 27). 

At approximately 8:30pm, Gardaí received word of the first incident, which took place at a premises on Eyre Street, and threatened staff members with a knife while demanding cash. 

A short time later, Gardaí were alerted to another robbery taking place at a fast food outlet on Charlotte Street. Upon arrival, Gardaí arrested two men, one aged in his 40s and the other in his 20s. 

Both men are currently detained under the provisions of Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act 1984 at a Garda station in Co. Kildare. 

Investigations are ongoing.