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LIMERICK saw a 30 per cent decrease in motor thefts in the past year, with just 215 reported compared to 309 in 2024.
The drop is in line with a 13 per cent reduction across the country, and a total of 3,472 motor thefts nationally.
The CSO figures come following a 12-year high for motor theft last year. Despite the dip, the figures are significantly ahead of pre-pandemic levels when 2,439 offences were recorded in 2019.
In the meantime, the public are warned to remain vigilant and keep their vehicle as secure as possible.
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OUTsurance, the Irish based car insurance company, recommend advise drivers to invest in an immobiliser or install CCTV or motion sensor lighting at home.
