Maynooth Residents Warned To Lock Their Vehicles After Series Of "Opportunisitic" Thefts

Thursday, 25 September 2025 17:17

By Martin Osborne - Head Of News. Got A Story? Email news@kfmradio.com

Items were stolen and vehicles disturbed in what Gardaí believe were opportunistic attempts to target unlocked cars.

Gardaí are investigating a series of thefts from vehicles in Maynooth overnight, between Sunday 21st and Monday 22nd of September.

The incidents occurred between 7pm and 5am, with reports of cars being tampered with, particularly in the Moyglare area.

Items were stolen from some of the vehicles in what Gardaí believe were opportunistic attempts to target unlocked cars.

They are appealing for witnesses who may have been in the area during that time to come forward.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Leixlip Garda Station on 01 666 7800.

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