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Ireland Crime

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Case No. 23079Arson · Co. Kildare · 19 Oct 2026

Arson attack on two vehicles in Prosperous, Kildare

Two vehicles parked on Anne Street in Prosperous, County Kildare, were set on fire with extensive damage at approximately 10.30pm on Monday 19 October 2026. Gardaí in Naas are investigating and examining CCTV footage.

  1. Reported25 Oct
  2. Arrested
  3. Charged
  4. In court
  5. Verdict
  6. Sentenced
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Key facts

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  • whatTwo vehicles parked on Anne Street were set on fire (kildarenow.com)
  • whatA 2007 Volkswagen Golf with a Cork registration was one of the vehicles (kildarenow.com)
  • whatA 2006 blue BMW with a Sligo registration was the other vehicle (kildarenow.com)
  • whatExtensive damage was caused to both vehicles (kildarenow.com)
  • whereThe arson occurred in Prosperous, Kildare (kildarenow.com)
  • whenThe incident took place at approximately 10.30pm on Monday 19 October 2026 (kildarenow.com)
  • investigationGardaí in Naas are investigating the incident (kildarenow.com)
  • investigationCCTV footage is being examined as part of the investigation (kildarenow.com)
  • investigationGardaí are continuing to take statements from people in the area (kildarenow.com)
  • otherGda Shona Nolan appeared on KFM's Crime Watch slot to discuss the incident (kildarenow.com)

The reporting

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  1. 25 Oct2026
    Reportedkildarenow.com, first report
    Gardai investigate arson attack on two vehicles in Kildare

    Initial report of the arson; investigation ongoing with CCTV examination and statements being taken. No suspects identified.

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