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Case No. 23226Public disorder · Co. Kilkenny · 11 Oct 2026

Garda threatened with hurl and car damaged in Carrigeen, Kilkenny

Masked youths carrying hurleys were involved in public disorder in Carrigeen, South Kilkenny, at approximately 12.05am on Sunday, 11 October 2026, during which a garda vehicle was damaged and an attempt was made to assault a garda with a hurley. Gardaí are appealing for information and investigations are ongoing.

  1. Reported12 Oct
  2. Arrested
  3. Charged
  4. In court
  5. Verdict
  6. Sentenced
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Key facts

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  • whatA gathering of youths was observed, some with faces covered and carrying hurls. (kilkennypeople.ie)
  • whatA garda vehicle was damaged during the incident. (kilkennypeople.ie)
  • whatAn attempt was made to assault a garda by a person brandishing a hurley. (kilkennypeople.ie)
  • whereThe incident took place in Carrigeen village in South Kilkenny. (kilkennypeople.ie)
  • whenGardaí responded to the incident at approximately 12.05am on Sunday, October 11. (kilkennypeople.ie)
  • investigationGardaí are appealing for information through Waterford Garda Station. (kilkennypeople.ie)
  • investigationInvestigations are ongoing. (kilkennypeople.ie)

The reporting

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  1. 12 Oct2026
    Reportedkilkennypeople.ie, first report
    Garda threatened with hurl and car damaged amid chaos in Kilkenny village

    Initial report of the incident with a garda appeal for information and video footage.

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