A pair of quads which were stolen from a farm in Co. Laois in the early hours of Thursday, May 7, have been recovered, An Garda Síochána has confirmed.
The quads in question – which were taken from a farm near Borris-In-Ossory, Co. Laois, were recovered in recent days, a Garda spokesperson confirmed to AgriLand.
Meanwhile, there has been no update, as of yet, regarding a further two quads taken from another Laois farmyard the week before.
Taking to social media in a call for information on Friday, May 1, Gardaí based in Co. Laois said:
Portlaoise Gardaí are appealing to the public in relation to a burglary and theft from a farmyard on the Old Road, Kilminchy, Portlaoise which happened in the early hours of [Friday] morning, May 1.
“Two Honda 420 Quads and a 7 x 4 trailer were stolen.”
Continuing, the Garda statement said: “If you are aware of their whereabouts or have any information please contact Portlaoise Garda on: 057-8674100.”
Commenting last week, crime prevention officer for Laois/Offaly Sergeant Graham Kavanagh advised: “To secure and deter the theft of such items, consider chaining a number of items together and using a ground anchor.
Consider a local alarm in the garage to alert you as to intrusion. Mark and photograph items. A property marking system will help identify an owner quickly if property is recovered.
“Report all suspicious activity,” the officer concluded.