26/05/2026
Gardaí Appeal After Arson Attack at Blackwater Garda Station
Gardaí have launched an investigation into an incident of criminal damage by fire that occurred at Blackwater Garda Station in Blackwater, Co. Wexford, on Tuesday 26 May 2026.
The incident took place in the early hours of the morning at approximately 2:50am.
An appeal has been issued for any witnesses or anyone who possesses information regarding the incident to come forward to assist with inquiries.
In particular, road users who may have video footage (including dash-cam) and were travelling in the Blackwater area of Co. Wexford between 2:30am and 3:00am on Tuesday 26 May 2026 are asked to make contact. Anyone with information can contact Enniscorthy Garda Station on (053) 923 3534, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda station.
The incident took place in the early hours of the morning at approximately 2:50am.
In particular, road users who may have video footage (including dash-cam) and were travelling in the Blackwater area of Co. Wexford between 2:30am and 3:00am on Tuesday 26 May 2026 are asked to make contact. Anyone with information can contact Enniscorthy Garda Station on (053) 923 3534, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda station.
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