Delivery Van Robbed In Broad Daylight In Straffan

Wednesday, 10 July 2024 11:34

By Hannah Kelly

The incident occurred at Barberstown Castle and gardaí are appealing for information

Gardaí are appealing for information following the robbery of items from a delivery truck.

The incident took place at Barberstown Castle, Straffan last Wednesday at 12.50pm.

A delivery man was dropping off items to Barberstown Castle and when returning to the van, a male was found leaving the van after stealing items.

The male then got into a car driven by another.

The delivery man then stood in front of the suspects car to block it, but was forced to jump out of the way as it drove towards him.

Gardaí are asking those who have seen a Blue Seat Cordoba with the partial registration of 04-D in the Straffan area last Wednesday to contact them on 045 868 262.

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