Gardaí conducted dozens of anti-burglary checkpoints and patrols in Galway County over the weekend as part of an operation targeting a seasonal increase in burglaries.
As part of the Winter Phase of Operation Thor, the Galway Garda Division conducted 60 anti-burglary checkpoints and proactive patrols on the weekend of November 8 & 9.
During the weekend operation, eleven vehicles were searched; two men were arrested on foot of outstanding warrants; there were two drugs detections and 11 Fixed Charge Notices were issued.
The operation targeted areas in the north and east of the county including Tuam, Athenry, Loughrea and Ballinasloe.
These ongoing checkpoints and patrols were carried out as part of an ongoing initiative aimed at disrupting and apprehending criminals using the road network in the commission of crime, as well as gathering intelligence.
The aim of the operation is to ensure increased Garda activity at a busy time of year when, traditionally, an increase in domestic burglaries is observed.
Operation Thor actively targets organised crime gangs and repeat offenders through co-ordinated crime prevention and enforcement activity based on intelligence and the latest burglary trends.
Gardaí have appealed to members of the public who notice anything suspicious to immediately dial 999/112, contact their local Garda station or the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111.
