News - Scam
Public warned of suspicious vehicle offering power-washing services in Ballinamore
Members of the public are urged to stay vigilant and call Carrick Gardaí on 071 965 0510.
Apr 24, 2026 10:56
Local residents warned of scam
People are being asked not return any unfamiliar calls or use any QR codes.
Mar 4, 2026 17:41
Local Citizens Info rep says new registry will help cut down on scam texts
From October 3rd, messages from unregistered businesses will be blocked entirely.
Jul 9, 2025 08:17
Gardaí warn of scams following Storm Éowyn
There were reports of bogus tradesmen calling door to door in parts of the region last week.
Feb 9, 2025 11:53
Gardai warn of mobile-phone scammers in Carrick
It involves the scammer attempting to buy phones from people.
Oct 3, 2024 07:43
Leitrim elections candidate condemns alleged late night phone canvassing
Gary Prior. who is standing in the Ballinamore L.E.A, stated that a number of people in the area recieved phone calls in the middle of the night on Friday from a person who mentioned his campaign.
May 5, 2024 09:32
Local Gardaí reminding people to be vigilant to online scams
A man subsequently noticed around €2,500 had been transferred into an unknown bank account.
Jan 12, 2024 11:53
Local Gardaí reminding people to be vigilant following online scams
The woman went to AIB and found that two transactions of €4,500 had been made to various persons.
Nov 7, 2023 11:53
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
Drinking water in Longford safe to consume according to Uisce Eireann
The statement follows a number of messages circulating in the community claiming water supplies in the county had been contaminated.
Aug 15, 2023 08:22
Three people in Roscommon area scammed out of total of €40,000
A total of €40,000 was sent to scammers in recent weeks by victims.
Aug 2, 2023 13:36
Gardaí renew online scam warnings as €8,000 stolen from locals last week
Two separate incidents were reported to Gardaí in Longford and Roscommon last week.
Jun 7, 2023 12:58
Roscommon couple lose almost €1800 following online scam
The bank have closed the case.
May 25, 2023 17:02
Gardaí warn of online shopping fraud over Christmas Week
Shoppers are being urged to only use trusted sites.
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