The home at Drumgildra in Mohill was ransacked and a large amount of jewellery and a PS5 console, accessories and games were taken.

It's after a series of burglaries in the county recently, with shops, farms and small businesses all targeted.

The occupants of the car were disturbed during a break in and left the scene in a black VW Golf.

The owner of the creche said while nothing of value was taken, it was forced to close on Monday due to substantial damage.

The region has been subject to several break ins targeted at commercial premises in the past number of weeks.

The gang made off with tills and a large quantity of cigarettes during the break in at Mee's Daybreak in Knockcroghery this morning.

There was a burglary and an attempted break-in in two properties on the outskirts of Strokestown between 1pm and 3pm.

Gardaí say sums of money and items were taken in the course of both incidents.