News - Gardaí
Two fatal road crashes locally so far this year
Nationally, road deaths are now more than 5 per cent higher than for the same period last year.
Apr 2, 2026 13:39
Only 581 gardai for 9,000 sq km in Roscommon/Longford
There are only 551 officers to cover 4,200 square kilometres in Westmeath and Meath.
Apr 1, 2026 07:33
Over 3,000 criminal offences in last three months of 2025
Figures published by the Central Statistics Office do show similar offences were carried out in both the Sligo-Leitrim and Roscommon-Longford Garda divisions.
Mar 30, 2026 17:23
Gardaí attend scene of collision in Carrick-on-Shannon
It's been reported the collision caused heavy traffic and tailbacks in the area.
Mar 27, 2026 18:10
Granard Gardaí arrest two men over four stolen motorbikes
They were arrested on Friday after Granard Gardaí stopped a vehicle transporting the stolen motorbikes near the Longford-Leitrim border.
Mar 22, 2026 12:13
Home heating oil stolen from Co. Leitrim residence
The theft occurred at a residence in the Drumcong and Drumshanbo area.
Mar 19, 2026 18:26
Pedestrian hospitalised after being struck by car in Athlone
The incident happened on St. Patrick's Day on the Dublin Road just after 7.30pm.
Mar 19, 2026 08:20
Judge slams drugs as 'absolute scourge', as man jailed over Roscommon growhouse worth up to €725,000
Judge Kenneth Connolly described drugs as an 'absolute scourge' that inflicts significant damage of families and communities.
Mar 13, 2026 11:52
Missing teenager, who may have travelled to Longford, found safe and well
Gardaí and Mea's family were concerned for her well-being, but she's now been located safe and well.
Mar 13, 2026 09:37
Roscommon Gardaí seize no-tax Ford car wearing BMW plates
A court date is to follow for the driver.
Mar 9, 2026 17:52
Gardaí investigating criminal damage to trains in Athlone
Gardaí are interested in speaking with anyone who may have seen anything unusual during this time in Athlone on Saturday 7th March.
Mar 8, 2026 07:26
Minister approves exhumation of Liam Farrell's remains
Mr Farrell's bruised and bloodied body was found outside his home in the village of Rooskey, Co Leitrim in January 2020.
Mar 6, 2026 13:38
Body of Liam Farrell to be exhumed
Mr Farrell was discovered outside his house in Rooskey in 2020 and an initial examination concluded that he died from natural causes.
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