ALERT: Gardai urge vigilance following surge in burglaries across Waterford

Gardai appealing to homeowners across Waterford to be vigilant following a recent increase in burglaries across the city and county.

A number of incidents are under investigation and information is being sought from witnesses or anybody who say any suspicious activity.

In one incident, which has been highlighted, a property was entered in Fenor, just outside Tramore on Wednesday, April 9.

According to gardai, the incident happened sometime between 12.30am and 4.30pm in the Islandtarsney South area.

"We are looking to speak with two males who were seen in the area in a white van calling door to door. If you were driving this van or if you can assist us in identifying this van please contact the Crime Unit at Tramore garda station on 051 391620," said crime prevention officer Sergeant Deirdre O’Neill.

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The garda advice to homeowners generally is to lock up and light up and to consider a security review.

"We would also encourage people to report any callers or people that seem out of place in your locality. You can do this at your local Garda Station or if you think a crime is being committed please phone 999/112 to report it," added Sgt O'Neill.