GARDAÍ are warning motorbike owners after a spate of thefts across Limerick.
Crime Prevention Officer Sergeant Aoife Bannon of Henry Street Garda Station said Gardaí have “seen quite a noticeable increase in motorcycle thefts across Limerick recently, and we want to make owners aware and encourage a few simple but effective precautions”.
Sergeant Bannon urged bike owners to use the TLC acronym, saying: “T is for Trace — fitting a tracker to your motorcycle is a great way to help recover it quickly if it’s stolen.”
“L stands for Lock — and we recommend investing in high-quality, heavy-duty locks.
“C is for Cover — using a motorcycle cover helps keep it out of sight and makes it more difficult and time-consuming to steal.”
Sergeant Bannon continued that “on top of that, we’re encouraging people to always remove the ignition key, even if you’re leaving the bike for just a minute”.
“If you’re parking on the street, secure the bike to a fixed object and choose well-lit areas, ideally with CCTV nearby.”
The Sergeant also warned that cars are being increasingly targeted.
On June 25 between 5.50am and 7,30am in the Woodview area, she said, a work van was broken into and tools taken.
Meanwhile, grey 2021 Audi jeep from the Clancy Strand area was stolen after the owner left it running and came back to find it gone.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Henry Street Garda Station on 061 212 400, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda station.
