A MAN in his late twenties that was reported missing from Castlefinn in the early hours of this morning has been located. An extensive search was carried out by local Gardai and the Malin Head Coast Guard assisted by helicopter. A Garda Spokesperson said: “The male has been located safe and well. No further assistance […]
Reaction to Supreme court decision on drink driving
In a letter to the Donegal News, a former member of An Garda Siochana has said a recent drink driving case has made a mockery of the judicial system in Ireland and has called on the authorities to come up with a new system which will cover all legislation. He claimed drink driving cases are […]
Lock up and Light up – Gardai
Gardai have issued a warning towards potential thefts and burglaries in the coming months. As we approach the winter months householders need to be vigilant as traditionally burglaries rise in winter time. Whether you are at home or going out, remember to turn on some lights, use timer switches, lock all doors and windows, use […]
Black Friday and Cyber Monday warning – Gardai
December 2016 saw an increase of 15.4% in online purchases2 with over 50% of Irish people shopping online3, most of whom purchased or sold goods and services with no difficulty. However, in a small number of cases difficulties do arise and fraud results in users losing money or having their credit/debit card details being compromised. […]
Gardai believe safe stolen in Carrigart burglary
GARDAI investigating a break in at Centra on the Main Street in Carrigart believe that a safe was taken during the incident. Milford Gardai are investigating the burglary which occurred sometime overnight in the early hours of Tuesday morning. A Spokesperson for Gardai said: “We can confirm Gardai are investigating a burglary which occurred at […]
Gardai investigating break in at Letterkenny Jewellers
ANOTHER break in occurred in Letterkenny this week, the fifth in the county over the past four weeks. Thieves gained access to McCullagh Jewellers in Letterkenny Shopping Centre at around 2am in the early hours of Monday morning. Gardai were alerted immediately after the alarm system was activated. Advertisement It is believed the gang […]
Renewed warning to businesses after spate of break ins
GARDAI have renewed their warning to retail business owners after a spate of break ins around the county. The latest incident occurred overnight in the early hours of Thursday morning when SuperValu in Dungloe was targeted, the fifth incident within three weeks. Businesses in Laghey, Letterkenny and Killygordon have also been targeted by criminals who […]
Missing Churchill man found
A missing man from the Churchill area in Donegal has been found safe and well. Jerry O’Donnell was last seen on September 13th, which prompted his wife to report him missing on September 17th. Gardai released a statement yesterday to say the 46 year old had been found ‘safe and well.’ A spokesperson said: “Gardai […]
Gardai warn local businesses in Donegal
Gardai have issued a warning to local business owners in Donegal. The warning comes after the targeting and burglaries at a number of business premises in the county during the past week. Owners / managers are advised to review security arrangements and equipment to ‘target harden’ their premises & increase its ability to withstand robust criminal […]
Former Sergeant responds to Commissioner retiring
RETIRED Donegal Garda Sergeant Christy Galligan has responded to the retirement of Garda Commissioner Nóirín O’Sullivan saying he was not surprised by her decision but at the length of time it took. Mr Galligan, Letterkenny, said: “If I had been in her position, which I wasn’t, I would have retired or resigned post haste. The […]