17/10/2019

28 Arrests Made In Operation Thor Investigation In Kilkenny And Carlow

Gardaí have arrested 28 people in counties Kilkenny and Carlow as part of an Operation Thor investigation.

A series of planned searches were carried out in a number of locations in both counties.

During the search operations, 22 people were arrested for a range of offences including fraud, theft, assault, burglary, misuse of drugs, sexual offences, and threats.

Three cars were also seized along with a stolen bike and €2,300 worth of fireworks.

A further six people were arrested on foot of warrants.

Garda said that their operation was ongoing.

(MH/JG)

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