Gardaí say no arrests have been made so far.

You can do so by contacting Carrick on Shannon Garda Station on 071 965 0510 or by contacting the Garda Confidential Line.

One incident saw two men wearing baseball caps and balaclavas enter the home by forcing the rear door.

A number of items were taken in the incident.

Gardaí are seeking information on a black 09 saloon type car seen in the vicinity of the incidents.

Investigations are ongoing.

Every garda division except 3 experienced an increase in robberies last year.

Anyone with any information is asked to contact local Gardai.