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Case No. 21898Theft (suspected stolen property) · Co. Louth · 15 Mar 2023

Dundalk gardai appeal for owners of suspected stolen property retrieved at checkpoint

Dundalk gardai from Drumad and Hackballscross Garda Stations retrieved a number of items from a vehicle during a checkpoint on 15 March 2023, believing the items may have been stolen during a burglary or several burglaries. They are appealing for the public to come forward to identify the property, with proof of ownership required.

  1. Reported15 Mar
  2. Arrested
  3. Charged
  4. In court
  5. Verdict
  6. Sentenced
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Key facts

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  • whatTwo men were encountered whom gardai believed were acting suspiciously. (dundalkdemocrat.ie)
  • whatA number of items were retrieved following a search of the vehicle in which the men were travelling. (dundalkdemocrat.ie)
  • causeGardai believe the items may have been stolen during a burglary or several burglaries. (dundalkdemocrat.ie)
  • investigationDundalk gardai attached to Drumad and Hackballscross Garda Stations conducted a checkpoint. (dundalkdemocrat.ie)
  • investigationGardai are appealing for the public to help return the property to its rightful owners. (dundalkdemocrat.ie)
  • otherProof of ownership will be required to claim the items. (dundalkdemocrat.ie)

The reporting

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  1. 15 Mar2023
    Reporteddundalkdemocrat.ie, first report
    Dundalk gardai appeal for public's help following retrieval of suspected stolen property

    Reports the retrieval of suspected stolen items at a checkpoint and the subsequent public appeal for owners to come forward.

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