Gardaí Arrest Man After Theft Of Car In Clonmel

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Gardaí have arrested a male on suspicion of thief of a car in the centre of Clonmel.

The parked car was stolen on O’Connell Street on Friday afternoon.

The male had tried to gain access to two other locked vehicles before gaining entry to the unlocked vehicle which he then stole.

The stolen vehicle was found and the suspect was arrested in the Old Bridge area of Clonmel.

The male in his 40s is currently detained at Cahir Garda Station where he can be questioned for a period of up to 24hours.

Drivers are being adviced to please ensure they lock and secure their cars at all times for their own protection.