Gang posing as election canvassers in daylight robbery spree
Up to 18 houses in the Askeaton and Newcastle West Garda districts have been robbed since the election was called.
A Garda spokesman said: “They call to a house and ring the door bell, if nobody answers they enter the house by forcing a door or window. They are being mistaken for election canvassers.” The gang usually target money and jewellery.
