Homes broken into in Cavan Town

Gardaí are investigating several burglaries at houses throughout the region in recent weeks.

Two homes were broken into in the Aughnaskerry area on June 18 last where a quantity of jewellery and cigarettes were taken from one property and tools including knives reported stolen from another. However, the thief was again disturbed, and fled the area.
The stolen jewellery was found in a bag discarded underneath a neighbour's car. Gardaí again are connecting the incidents and appealing for any witnesses to come forward with information.
Other break-ins were reported on June 25 last at Ardkeen and Aughnaskerry for which gardaí are understood to be following a definite line of enquiry.
Meanwhile, a male has appeared before Virginia District Court charged in connection with a burglary at a house in the Aughnaskerry area of Cavan Town on July 1 last.

 

Appeal to lock your doors
Gardaí in Cavan are, meanwhile, calling on all property owners to ensure their homes are secure when leaving them unattended or late at night.
A spokesperson said several unlawful entries in recent weeks came as a result of doors being left unlocked.
Garda finally are investigating two incidents of criminal damage in the Bothar Glas estate in Ballyconnel where windows on two separate properties were broken.
They are appealing to members of the public with any information to assist them with their enquiries.
Anyone with information can contact Cavan Garda Station on 049-4368800.