31/08/2016

Property Seized In Operation Thor Search In Co Meath

Gardaí have seized a car and a boat during a search operation in Co Meath.

As part of an on-going operation carried out under Operation Thor into organised crime in the Eastern Region, Gardaí searched a house in Rassilagh, Oldcastle, Co Meath on Tuesday.

During the course of the search a 2015 Audi A5, a 2010 Audi A4 Estate, a rigid inflatable boat and outboard motor, three ride on lawnmowers, a lawnmower and power tools were seized.

The property is believed to have been stolen during burglaries in the mid-lands, particularly in counties Meath and Westmeath. 

A man in his 30s was arrested at the scene and is being detained at Kells Garda station under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act.

(MH/LM)

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