Gardaí are appealing for witnesses in relation to a burglary and unauthorised taking of a vehicle at a factory in Mungret, Co. Limerick which occurred in the early hours of Thursday, 5th July 2018.
During the course of the incident, tools such as drills, angle grinders and impact guns were taken.
Gardaí are appealing for anyone who was in the Mungret area of Limerick between the hours of 12 midnight and 1.45am and may have noticed any suspicious activity to contact them at Roxboro Road Garda Station on 061-214340, The Garda Confidential Line on 1800-666-111or any Garda Station.
Speaking at Henry Street Garda Station today, 6th July, Crime Prevention Officer Sgt Ber Leetch said 'This is the second incident we have had recently in Limerick where criminals have targeted premises which have tools and machinery on site. Gardaí and the Construction Industry Federation recently launched the 'Secure It Keep It' campaign which is aimed at reducing construction site crime. General tips such as making sure that all property is securely stored, ideally in a location alarmed and covered by CCTV. Have fencing or hoardings set up where possible and having good security lighting. The most important thing for anyone who owns machinery, tools, materials and equipment is to keep them secure. If possible, put some type of identity mark on them by way of stamping, etching or stencilling. Keep a record of property and contact Gardaí immediately if anything is stolen.
Sergeant Leetch added 'I would appeal to involved in the construction industry to go onto the www.garda.ieand take the construction site checklist challenge.
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