Investigation launched following arson attack on Garda station in middle of night
Extensive damage was done to the station in Wexford at around 3am on Tuesday morning
Gardaí have launched an investigation following an arson attack at the Blackwater Garda Station, Blackwater, Co. Wexford on Tuesday.
The incident occurred at approximately 2:50am and extensive damage was done to the building which is located approximately 20km from Enniscorthy.
Fine Gael councillor Oliver Walsh said he was "surprised, and very sad to see something like this happening" before adding that the Garda station was an "integral part of the village".
Fortunately nobody was hurt in the attack but Gardaí are appealing for any witnesses or anyone with information in relation to this incident to come forward.
Road users who may have video footage (including dash-cam) and were travelling in Blackwater, Co.Wexford between 2:30am and 3:00am on Tuesday 26th May 2026 are asked to contact Enniscorthy Garda Station on (053) 923 3534, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station.