News - Crime
Roscommon Councillors seek meeting with Minister for Justice
It was revealed at the meeting that the amount of Gardaí stationed in the Castlerea/Boyle district has decreased by 50% since 2012.
Sep 26, 2024 07:22
Gardaí step up rural patrols following Roscommon commercial break ins
In two instances, the culprits stayed long enough to make food and hot drinks in the properties.
Sep 23, 2024 15:44
Burglars stopped for tea and biscuits during Roscommon school break in
Five properties were targeted over night in Tulsk, Ballaghaderreen and Loughglynn.
Sep 6, 2024 14:59
Local councillor calls for greater Garda presence following break ins
Mee's Daybreak in Knockcroghery was one of the businesses hit by a gang of raiders in the early hours.
Aug 14, 2024 08:45
Locals urged to allow Longford fire investigation to run its course
A man in his 50s was arrested in the midlands this morning and is being held in Longford Garda Station.
Aug 8, 2024 13:07
Calls for lengthy sentences for other suspects in Frank Kilbride case
The former Longford councillor and mayor was jailed yesterday for three years and three months for laundering over €2.6 million.
Jul 31, 2024 13:52
Over 100 recorded incidents of rape across the Shannonside region last year
In the Roscommon/Longford division, there were 47 incidents of rape as well as 12 other sexual offences recorded in 2023.
Mar 26, 2024 13:52
CAB identify over 100 active targets in Shannonside region
Since 1996, the bureau has seized over €174 million in taxes and €6.5 million in social protection recoveries.
Mar 11, 2024 17:57
Calls for EU Member States to agree on clear definition of rape
Rape was excluded from the new directive on combating violence against women, after EU states failed to agree on a definition of the term.
Jan 22, 2024 16:53
Increase in public order offences across the region last year
Violent disorder, intoxication in a public place, assault with intention to cause bodily harm and trespass are some of the offences that fall in the category of public order.
Nov 27, 2023 13:08
Major upgrade of local CCTV system underway
The local authority is currently in the process of adding a further 11 cameras to the network at different locations around the town.
Nov 10, 2023 17:21
Gardaí appeal for vigilance as online scammers target locals
Over €10,000 in total was taken from victims in just three incidents.
Nov 6, 2023 07:43
Gardaí appeal for information following local burglaries
One incident saw two men wearing baseball caps and balaclavas enter the home by forcing the rear door.
Nov 1, 2023 13:55
Tougher sentences introduced to tackle violent crime
Justice Minister Helen McEntee says ensuring the safety of Gardaí and all other frontline workers has been one of her main priorities
Nov 1, 2023 10:16Shannonside Newsletter
Sign up now to keep up to date with the latest news.
Athlone Rd, Townparks,
Longford, Ireland
Eircode: N39 RR67
Copyright © 2026 Shannonside FM. Developed by Square1 and Powered by PublisherPlus