Gardaí commence operation targeting wintertime burglaries, urge public to be vigilant

Operation Thor is designed to tackle the anticipated increase in the number of burglaries and associated criminal activity that usually occur in winter months by undertaking targeted enforcement and preventative activity. 

Gardaí say that, while the overall number of burglaries reported so far this year have fallen significantly as a result of lockdown restrictions, wintertime usually sees the number increase. They are urging people to be vigilant and to take steps to protect their homes and properties.

Gardaí are urging the public to be more vigilant and to take further steps to protect homes and properties from burglaries during the winter months. 

They say that, while the overall number of burglaries reported so far this year have fallen significantly as a result of lockdown restrictions, wintertime usually sees the number increase.