Investigation after local burglaries

Gardaí have launched an appeal for information.

An investigation has been launched after two burglaries in parts of Cavan this week.

Gardaí in Bailieborough are investigating the incidents, which took place on early on Tuesday morning.

At approximately 1am, a premises on Church Street in Cootehill was forcibly entered.

Shortly after 3am a business premises on Stradone Street in Ballyjamesduff was also entered.

Sums of cash were taken from both scenes.

Gardaí have appealed for anyone with information to get in touch. They say they are particularly interested in hearing from anyone who may have been out late and near either location at the time and may have observed something suspicious.

People are urged to contact Gardaí in Bailieborough on 042-9694570.