Case No. 2971Illegal possession of a wild bird · Co. Limerick · 27 May 2026
Gardaí seize wild bird in Limerick following operation
As part of a multi-agency operation led by NPWS, NSPCA and Limerick Dog Warden Services, officers carried out a search under warrant at a premises in St. Mary's Park, Limerick City, on 27 May 2026, and a male Bullfinch was surrendered to NPWS operatives. No arrests have been made and investigations into the illegal trapping and possession of wild birds are ongoing.
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Key facts
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- whatA male Bullfinch (Pyrrhula pyrrhula) was surrendered to NPWS operatives. (irishmirror.ie)
- whenThe search took place on Wednesday, 27 May 2026. (irishmirror.ie)
- investigationThe operation was a multi-agency effort led by NPWS, NSPCA and Limerick Dog Warden Services. (irishmirror.ie)
- investigationThe operation was part of an ongoing investigation targeting the illegal trapping and possession of wild birds. (irishmirror.ie)
- investigationNo arrests have been made at this time. (irishmirror.ie)
- investigationInvestigations are ongoing. (irishmirror.ie)
The reporting
newest first- 30 May2026Gardaí seize wild bird in Limerick following operation
Initial report of the multi-agency wildlife crime operation and seizure of a Bullfinch; no arrests made.