Appeal launched after tools worth €2,000 stolen from vehicle in North Kildare

A chainsaw was among the tools stolen by the perpetrators. FILE PHOTOGRAPH / PIXABAYplaceholder image
A chainsaw was among the tools stolen by the perpetrators. FILE PHOTOGRAPH / PIXABAY

Anyone with information about these thefts can contact Celbridge Garda Station

Gardaí have launched an information appeal after tools worth an estimated €2,000 were stolen from a vehicle in North Kildare.

The incident was discussed by Garda Brian Carroll of Newbridge when he appeared on a KFM radio programme yesterday (April 30 last).

He explained that the crime took place at approximately 7.30am in the Ballygoran View estate, which is located in Celbridge, on April 23 last.

According to Gda Carroll, the tools stolen included a battery drill, a chainsaw, a mini grinder and a jigsaw, and are worth around €2,000.

He concluded by calling on anyone with information about this crime to contact Celbridge Garda Station on 01 628 8222.

When asked by the Leinster Leader about the incident, a garda spokesperson responded: "Gardaí are aware of an incident of theft from a vehicle that occurred on April 23, 2025 in Celbridge, County Kildare at approximately 7am.

"A number of items were taken.

"No arrests have been made."

 The spokesperson concluded: "Investigations are ongoing."

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