Brazen theft of e-scooter from outside shopping centre in Carlow Town sparks investigation

An investigation is underway following the theft of an e-scooter from outside the Fairgreen Shopping Centre close to Carlow Town Centre.

According to gardai, the black-coloured Segway Ninebot e-scooter was stolen at around 7.30pm on Thursday, March 14.

Making an appeal for information, a garda spokesperson confirmed they believe a lone male carried out the brazen theft of the e-scooter which is worth several hundred euro.

"We are appealing to anyone who might have been in the vicinity of Fairgreen Shopping Centre at approximately 7.30pm last Thursday and who may have seen anybody acting in a suspicious manner near the entrance door or who may have dashcam footage, to come forward," he said.

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Carlow garda station can be contacted at 9136620.