Carlow burglaries down 19% compared to same period last year, new figures have revealed

There have been 280 burglaries to date this year in Carlow, which means burglaries are down 19% year on year, it has been revealed. 

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The figures were published at the Carlow/Kilkenny Garda Community and Text Alert Awards on Monday night.

Of the 280 burglaries in Carlow, 16 of these were attempt only and 34 were on gardens and sheds.