Gardaí issue warning to car owners following thefts

Car owners have been reminded by An Garda Siochána to never leave items of value in their vehicles overnight.

It follows a number of break-ins to cars in Thurles.

Items stolen during the incidents included cash and mobile phones.

Crime Prevention Officer for the Tipperary Garda Division, Sergeant Tom O’Dwyer said: "Wherever you park your vehicle, we would always advise you to take your property with you and ensure the vehicle is locked and alarmed.

"When we leave items like cash, credit cards, jewellery and electronics on display in our cars, they are clear targets for criminals.”