Sign in. It’s quick, free and it’s up to you.
An account is an optional way to support the work we do. Find out more.
Garda station in Edenderry Google Maps
Edenderry
Man arrested after starting a fire in a school and smashing windows at a garda station
The man was arrested at the school in Edenderry in the early hours of the morning.
GARDAÍ IN OFFALY have arrested a 20-year-old man after a string of criminal damage incidents in Edenderry in the early hours this morning.
A number of windows were damaged at Edenderry Garda Station, and further damage was done at a filling station on Tullamore Road in the town.
The suspect then proceeded to a local community school where further damage was caused.
He managed to gain entry to the school, and started a small fire inside. Gardaí then arrested him at the scene.
He is currently being detained at Tullamore Garda Station under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act.
Gardaí are appealing for witnesses, or anyone who may have been in the area overnight, to contact Edenderry Garda Station on 046 973 1290.
have your say