Thursday 29 October 2026Compiled from published reports. Every claim links to its source.

Ireland Crime

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Case No. 11558Theft · Co. Kilkenny · 7 Jan 2026

Two gas cylinders stolen in Smithstown, Castlecomer, Kilkenny

Two gas cylinders were taken from the Smithstown area of Castlecomer, Co Kilkenny, on Wednesday night, leaving a local pensioner unable to cook. Gardaí are asking for information.

  1. Reported9 Jan
  2. Arrested
  3. Charged
  4. In court
  5. Verdict
  6. Sentenced
reportedhappened, not reportedlatest stagenot yet

Key facts

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5 statements extracted from the articles
  • whatA pensioner in Kilkenny was left unable to cook after a theft in the Castlecomer area. (kilkennypeople.ie)
  • whereTwo gas cylinders were taken from the Smithstown area. (kilkennypeople.ie)
  • whenThe theft took place on Wednesday night. (kilkennypeople.ie)
  • investigationAnyone with information is asked to contact Castlecomer Garda Station. (kilkennypeople.ie)
  • otherA local supermarket delivered a gas cylinder to the victim on Friday. (kilkennypeople.ie)

The reporting

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  1. 9 Jan2026
    Reportedkilkennypeople.ie, first report
    Theft leaves Kilkenny pensioner without dinner as community rally to support

    Reports the theft of two gas cylinders in Smithstown, Castlecomer, and the effect on the local pensioner. A local supermarket delivered a replacement cylinder, and gardaí asked for information.

    victim, female