Gardaí are investigating the circumstances surrounding an overnight fire at a house in Ballybofey. The derelict property in the Trusk Road area of the town was extensively damaged in the incident. The fire broke out at around 9.30pm on Monday and members of the Donegal Fire Service who attended the scene, managed to bring the […]
Gardaí warn of flooding as Storm Isha arrives
Gardaí in Donegal are warning of flooding across the county as storm Isha arrives. There is flooding at Magherabeg school, Manorcunningham, Kiltoal, Convoy and in and around Castlefinn. A tree is down on the Convoy side of the Kilross junction, Stranorlar. Meanwhile an ESB pole is down on the Ramelton Road, near Woodlands School. “Remember […]
Juveniles arrested over Rathmullan burglary released without charge
TWO juveniles that were arrested in connection with an armed robbery at a business premises in Rathmullan have been released without charge. At approximately 7pm on Thursday one male entered the premises armed with a knife and threatened staff. In a follow up search, Gardaí arrested two juveniles and recovered the money and weapon. Both […]
Missing teen found safe
A Donegal teenager missing since last Friday has been found safe and well. 16-year-old Patrick Potter was reported missing from Burnfoot on Friday, 5th January 2024. A garda spokesperson said: “Gardaí would like to thank the public and the media for their assistance.”
Gardaí appeal for public’s help in tracing missing Donegal teenager
Gardaí in Donegal are seeking the public’s assistance in tracing the whereabouts of 16-year-old Patrick Potter who is reported missing from Burnfoot since Friday last, January 5. Patrick was last seen shortly after 1pm on Friday afternoon. Patrick is described as being 5 foot 3 inches in height with a slim build. He has brown […]
Serious road crash at Ellistrin
Gardaí are at the scene of a serious road traffic collision on the N56 at Ellistrin. A section of the road is closed and will remain closed until tomorrow. Diversions are in place. Gardaí are asking motorists to avoid the area if possible.
Gardaí investigating theft of trailer
Gardaí in Ballybofey are investigating the theft of a yellow Kane low loader trailer. The theft took place from a yard in Carrickmagrath between 3pm on Monday the 1st of January and 10am on Tuesday the 2nd of January. The Registration plate number is 03 DL 2234. “It is most likely to have been towed […]
Don’t ‘suffer in silence’ this Christmas, say gardaí
GARDAÍ in Letterkenny are urging anyone in need of support over the festive season not to suffer in silence and reach out to them. While Christmas time is a happy time for the majority of people, it can also be a challenging time for others because of grief, financial worries, domestic abuse, loneliness and various […]
House front door smashed in Castlefinn
GARDAÍ in Castlefinn are investigating an incident of criminal damage after the front door of a house was smashed. The incident of criminal damage occurred on Sunday, December 16, shortly after 8.40pm. Gardaí are appealing for anyone who was in the area between 8pm and 9pm and who had a dash cam to make the […]
CCTV being examined after car is damaged
CCTV from businesses in the Letterkenny area is being examined by gardaí after a boy was filmed deliberately damaging a parked car. Gardaí in Letterkenny are investigating the incident of criminal damage, which occurred on Tuesday, December 12 at 7.30pm at Main Street. Gardaí say a car was parked at that location and a boy who […]