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Manhunt Underway In Cork City Following Series Of Burglaries

A manhunt is underway in Cork City following a series of burglaries in the Rochestown area. Gardai s...
Niall Colbert
Niall Colbert

4:13 PM - 13 Sep 2019



Manhunt Underway In Cork City...

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Manhunt Underway In Cork City Following Series Of Burglaries

Niall Colbert
Niall Colbert

4:13 PM - 13 Sep 2019



A manhunt is underway in Cork City following a series of burglaries in the Rochestown area.

Gardai say a number of homes were broken into around 3pm yesterday.

A garda patrol car en route to a burglary which was underway was rammed.

The car which is believed to have been involved in the ramming was found abandoned at Mahon Golf club.

A massive search operation was launched with air support and dog units providing assistance.

As part of that search, a number of stolen items were recovered as well as a vehicle - it has now been sent for a technical examination.

At around 6.40 yesterday evening Garda dog Laser found a man in his 20's - he is now being held for questioning at Togher Garda Station.

Man hunt

A search is still underway two men in their 20s or 30s who may be dressed in muddy or dirty clothes.

Gardai are asking anyone who sees the men to contact them immediately.



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