Man Arrested Following Armed Robbery of Two County Laois Filling Stations

Gardaí in County Laois have arrested a man following the armed robbery of two separate filling stations in the county on January 23, 2026. The incident prompted a rapid and coordinated police response across the region.

The double robbery occurred in quick succession, with a male suspect entering the commercial premises armed with a weapon and demanding cash from staff members. Although employees were left shaken by the encounters, no physical injuries were reported during either incident.

Rapid Garda Response and Arrest

Following the alerts, local Garda units, supported by specialized services, launched a search operation. A man was subsequently intercepted and arrested in connection with the robberies. He was taken to a Garda station in the Midlands, where he is currently detained under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act, 1984.

Authorities have confirmed that the investigation is ongoing, and they are appealing for any witnesses or individuals with dashcam footage who were near the targeted filling stations at the time of the incidents to come forward. Local businesses have been praised for their swift action in alerting the police, which contributed directly to the quick arrest.