Gardaí Issue Appeal After Vehicle Stolen in Laois Residential Burglary

Gardaí in County Laois are appealing for information following a burglary during which a car was stolen from a residential property. The break-in has sparked concern among local residents regarding opportunistic property theft and vehicle security.

The incident occurred on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, when culprits entered the premises, located the keys to the vehicle, and subsequently fled the scene in the stolen car. Officers have completed a preliminary forensic analysis of the property and are examining local surveillance feeds to trace the route taken by the stolen vehicle.

Homeowners are urged by Gardaí to keep vehicle keys secure and out of sight, away from doors, windows, or letterboxes where they can be easily reached or fished out by intruders. The practice of 'key fishing' remains a common tactic for thieves targeting high-value modern vehicles.

Gardaí have asked anyone who may have seen the vehicle in question, or noticed suspicious activity in the area around the time of the incident, to contact local law enforcement. Inquiries are ongoing, and information can be shared with Portlaoise Garda Station or via the Garda Confidential Line.