# Attempted car thefts at Wellesley Manor, Newbridge

Case 39083. Attempted theft of vehicle, Co. Kildare, 2026-11-12

**TL;DR:** At least three men in a blue VW Golf with northern plates attempted to steal cars from Wellesley Manor, Newbridge, in the early hours of 12 November 2026, using key fob copying technology. They abandoned one car when its immobiliser activated and fled from gardaí in College Farm, Newbridge, at approximately 4am.

**Stage:** Reported. Reported stages: Reported (2026-11-12)

## People

- Suspect: 3 people

## Reports (1)

| Date | Outlet | Report |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-11-12 | kildarenow.com | [Attempted car thefts in Kildare housing estates](https://www.kildarenow.com/news/attempted-car-thefts-in-kildare-housing-estates-9347989) |


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