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09 Jan 2026

Warning issued to Clare road users after registration plate is stolen from housing estate

According to Gardaí, registration plates are stolen to assist in the commission of further criminal offences

Warning issued to Ennis road users after registration plate is stolen from local estate

A stolen registration plate enables crime as it allows the driver of a stolen car to travel without drawing the attention of authorities

Gardaí in Ennis have launched an investigation following the theft of a front registration plate from a vehicle on St Stephen’s Day. 

The car, a brown Hyundai Tucson, was parked in the Maigh Dara estate in Quin when the theft occurred between midnight and 10am on Friday, December 26. 

According to Gardaí, registration plates are stolen to assist in the commission of further criminal offences, such as burglaries of homes and commercial properties as well as unauthorised takings of other vehicles. 

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This is because a stolen registration plate enables crime as it allows the driver of a stolen car to travel without drawing the attention of authorities.

If you witnessed this theft or if you were parked in Quin village and your vehicle has dash camera footage then Ennis Gardaí would like to speak to you. Please contact them on 065 6848100.

If you witness a brown Hyundai Tucson in your area acting suspiciously, please contact the Gardaí. If you own this car model, make sure your vehicle is locked and keep the keys in your home in a secure Faraday bag or tin to prevent relay theft of your vehicle.

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