30 March

Gardaí at Naas station are investigating a burglary incident that occurred in the St. Johns Grove area of Johnstown, Co. Kildare on the 27th August 2025.

On the day in question, the victim left their house at approximately 9:45am.  At approximately 1:50pm, they received an alarm activation and arrived home to discover the back door broken and a number of items had been removed from the house. 

The suspects left through the front door of the house.

The total value of items taken was in excess of €10,000

Details of Items

Garda Appeal

• Anyone who may have come across or have been offered these watches for sale, to contact them.

We are also asking people who may have been in that area, on the 27th August 2025 that may recall anything suspicious

Superintendent Michael Corbett, appointed by the Garda Commissioner as the lead in relation to rural crime was in studio to offer advice to Landowners/farmers who are reporting a growing problem of individuals trespassing on private land. Some of these individuals are hunting illegally and / or committing crimes such as Thefts, Burglaries, Criminal Damage and Assault.

Landowners say the issue can pose a threat not only to their property and livestock, but also there can be a risk of intimidation and threats when trespassers are challenged. Some incidents have resulted in some cases of assault- some serious in nature.

The Crimecall team travelled to an undisclosed location in the country where they spoke to one landowner who had experience firsthand of one such incident.

Superintend Corbett was in studio and expanded on the problem, explaining that there is currently a significant issue across the country. Landowners and Farmers are reporting people hunting on their lands without having permission to do so. He agreed with the landowners account and view in terms of the crimes being committed and the potential for situations to escalate, involving threats and assaults.

The Superintendent continued “we are seeing it become more sophisticated and organized with these groups using technology like heat-sensors, and hares being targeted in wild coursing. I am aware that groups are travelling between areas to engage in this type of activity”.

Garda Joint Operations:

An Garda Síochána are working closely with our colleagues in the National Parks and Wildlife Service to tackle this problem, with joint operations taking place in different parts of the country.

By way of reassurance Superintendent Corbett spoke of the significant numbers of prosecutions brought over the last (4) years in relation to trespassing and illegal hunting. He went to great lengths to emphasize the importance of reporting by landowners - encouraging them to report these crimes to An Garda Síochána so that the necessary action can be taken, including offering support to all victims. 

Hunting – Legal versus Illegal:

Superintendent Corbett spoke about how many people across the country engage in hunting and do so legally and within the regulations. However small groups of individuals continue to commit offences under the Wild Life Acts by trespassing and hunting illegally. These individuals do not follow the regulations and do not have the necessary permission to be on a person’s property.

Criminal activity – Thefts/ Burglaries : Superintendent referenced that on occasions trespassers aren’t there to illegally hunt, but might be assessing your property to return later for a potential theft. As a deterrent landowner’s should report all incidents -reports of farm gates, trailers, power tools, mini diggers, fencing equipment, fertiliser, quad bikes, horse equip, electric fencers and animal feed being stolen.

In addition, Rural Crime landowners are having to deal with burglaries, bogus traders/callers, online fraud and scams. A statistic in relation to the theft of tractors indicates that (31%) had the keys left in them. There are a number of simple but effective measures — securing gates, improving lighting, installing CCTV, and using trackers on the more expensive items like tractors and quad bikes and property marking systems are very important.

Garda Advice:

We have dedicated Crime Prevention Officers across the country who can visit farms and lands to provide tailored advice, helping to identify vulnerabilities before criminals do. You can check our website for contact details of your local crime prevention officers and that’s a free service available to the public.

An Garda Síochana’s key message is not to engage directly with any of these trespassers, as personal safety is paramount at all times. Victims are advised to contact Gardaí immediately using the 999 or 112 numbers. We know there is under reporting of these type of offences. Whether it’s theft, trespassing or illegal hunting — please report it, either to your local Garda Station, the numbers above or the Garda Confidential phone line on 1800 666 111.

The information we receive from the public is vital in helping us prevent crime, detect those responsible, and protect rural communities. Our primary focus in An Garda Síochána is keeping our people and communities safe.

The Gardaí at Dungarvan, Co.Waterford are investigating a burglary at a private residence at Upper College Road, Ardmore, Co.Waterford. On Christmas Eve, the 24/12/2025 at approximately 4.45am, a male suspect was seen coming up the stairs while the family was sleeping. On being disturbed by a family member the suspect fled the scene, leaving via a rear door.

Suspect description:

• White male
• Slightly tanned
• Nationality – possibly Irish
• Height - 5ft 9 (175cms) to 5ft 10 (177cms)
• Slim build  
• Short black hair, pulled over to the side
• Short tidy black beard

Clothing:

• Dark coloured tracksuit pants
• Navy coloured windbreaker top
• Very neat and tidy appearance

On Sunday 12th of January 2020, between 3pm – 3.30pm, Liam Farrell was discovered in an unresponsive state by his family at the rear of his home in Roosky, Co. Leitrim.  Liam was subsequently pronounced dead later that evening after he had been removed by ambulance to hospital.

Garda Investigation:

Since Liam Farrell died in 2020, his loved ones have continued to search for answers about the circumstances surrounding his death. A coroner’s inquest last September returned an open verdict, and the Garda Commissioner has appointed the Serious Crime Review Team lead by Detective Superintendent Des Mc Tiernan who have begun an investigation. As part of that investigation Detective Superintendent Mc Tiernan appealed on Crimecall for any information that could help shed light on Liam’s final hours.

He spoke of Liam as someone who was a very beloved and popular figure in his community in Roosky with his family having deep ties there. He referenced Liam’s son Brendan’s Crimecall interview when he spoke about how he and his five siblings have endured an unimaginable loss following their father’s death on 12th of January, 2020.

Chief Superintendent Mc Tiernan covered the following during his interview with RTE presenter Carl Mc Brien.

Movements of Liam Farrell:

• Liam left his home at Aughamore, Rooskey village, just before 9pm on Saturday 11th January 2020. He completed the 10-minute walk to Reynolds Pub and met some locals there.
• He left Reynolds Pub at approx. 10:30pm to go next door to the Weir Lodge where he met a close friend.
• At about 12.15am Liam left the Weir Lodge and headed home, following a normal routine – crossing to the opposite side of the road from the Weir Lodge to the riverside, facing the traffic. He continued his route home where it is estimated he arrived (10) minutes later.

Injuries to Liam Farrell:

• He was covered in blood, had bruising to his left eye and his feet.
• Shoes and socks were removed
• Watch was broken

Exhumation:

• An exhumation order to exhume Liam’s remains has been granted and It is expected that his remains will be exhumed in the next few weeks. It is intended that a forensic post mortem will be conducted supported by an anthropologist.

Garda appeal:

• We are endeavouring to establish with clarity all the circumstances surrounding Liam’s death
• Were you socialising on the same night and who may have been drinking in Reynolds Pub or the Weir Lodge?
• Did you see Liam Farrell walk home from the Weir Lodge in the early hours of the 12th of January 2020?
• Do you have any information pertinent to this case or are you aware of ‘other’ people who may potentially have information?

Gardaí at Ballymun Garda Station are investigating the disappearance of forty-one-year-old Jon Jonsson, last seen Saturday 9th February 2019.

Jon, originally from Iceland, travelled to Ireland on Friday 8th and checked into the Whitehall (Bonnington) Hotel, where a poker tournament was taking place. On Saturday 9th February 2019, Jon was joined by his partner, who was also attending the tournament. Jon’s partner left their bedroom on Saturday morning to get a coffee, followed shortly afterwards by Jon, who was captured on the hotel’s CCTV in the lobby. Jon left the hotel and turned right onto the Swords road in the direction of the Airport. Jon left his passport and phone behind in the hotel room.

A number of Operational searches which took place in North Dublin at the time, yielded no further information regarding the whereabouts of Jon Jonsson.

It is now just over seven (7) years since Mr Jonsson went missing which is out of character.  He is a family man with children back at home in Iceland. His partner, family and friends are extremely concerned for his safety and wellbeing and are appealing to the public for their assistance.

The Garda investigation into the disappearance of Jon has also continued over the last 7 years. The investigation to date has created hundreds of jobs/lines of enquires and numerous statements have been taken and hours of CCTV were reviewed. Despite ongoing investigations and enquiries, Jon has yet to be located and we continue to look for your help.

  Garda Appeal:

• Jon Jonsson was last seen at 11.07am on 09/02/2019 on the Swords Road walking in the direction of the junction with Collins Avenue, Whitehall.The investigation team received two items of anonymous correspondence in early February 2024, the contents of which have been assessed. Are you the author or do you know the author(s) of this correspondence?
• The Garda investigation team are continuing to appeal to the author(s) of those correspondences to make direct contact with them. Any contact will be treated with sensitivity and compassion. Your assistance could be very important.
• Were you at the Whitehall (Bonnington) Hotel on the night of 8th Feb and morning of 9th Feb 2019 and do you recall coming into contact with Jon? While it is 7 years since Jon went missing, this was a high profile case and therefore you might remember being there.
• Can you assist with this investigation? Maybe we have spoken to you previously and for whatever reason you felt unable to assist - but now feel that you can. We would like to encourage you to please do so now, no matter how insignificant you think the information you have to offer may be.

Description of Jon Jonsson

• Height - 6 ft
• Medium build
• Short brown hair
• Black bomber jacket
• Black t-shirt with text
• Black jeans

Gardaí at Wicklow station are seeking the public’s assistance in locating 25-year-old Conor Deering, who is currently unlawfully at large from Shelton Abbey Prison in Arklow.

Description:

• Height – 6’1”
• Short black hair
• Thin build
• Clean shaven

Last known address:

• Lough Conn Road, Ballyfermot, Dublin 10
• Known to frequent Clondalkin, Dublin 22

Gardaí at Store Street station, are currently seeking the public’s assistance, in locating 45-year-old Marcin Malicki.

Last Known Addresses:

• Frequents the North Inner City and Finglas areas

Description:

• 5’10”
• Short blond hair, usually shaved tight
• Medium build

Gardaí at Dundalk station, are currently seeking the public’s assistance, in locating 26-year-old Stephen O’Connor / Hoey.

Last Known Addresses:

• Believed to be leaving in the UK – possibly in the Foxley Road area of London

Description:

• Height – approximately 5’9” – 5’11”
• Slim build
• Short black hair with a short black beard

Gardaí at Rathmines station, are currently seeking the public’s assistance, in locating 28-year-old Suraj Pintea.

Last Known Addresses:

• Georges Hill, Dublin 7
• Leinster Road, Rathmines, Dublin 6
• Possibly residing in Tallaght, Dublin 24 area

Description:

• Height – 5’6”
• Romanian
• Black Hair
• Beard
• Slight Build