DRIVERS in Northern Ireland have been urged to ‘wise up’ on the roads this year to prevent ‘avoidable deaths’. PSNI figures reveal 68 people were killed in collisions in the North in 2024, including one child. Among those who died, eight were pedestrians, 12 were passengers and 38 were drivers. One cyclist and seven motorcyclists were also killed. “Sadly, we have witnessed … [Read more...] about Drivers urged to ‘wise up’ after 68 deaths on Northern Ireland’s roads
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Public urged to call 999 ‘as soon as possible’ if they see wanted man
POLICE hunting a man wanted for burglary have urged the public to call them immediately if they see him. Jimmy Connors is wanted in relation to an incident which took place in Rugby. Jimmy Connors is wanted in relation to a burglary The 25-year-old, from Luton, is described as 5ft 8in tall and of a slim build with blue eyes, light brown hair, and an Irish accent. He has links … [Read more...] about Public urged to call 999 ‘as soon as possible’ if they see wanted man
Appeal for witnesses after child assaulted at bus stop
GARDAÍ are investigating an alleged assault of a child at a bus stop in Dublin. A child is reported to have been assaulted by a man while waiting at the bus stop in Ballymun on the evening of Friday, December 27. The incident is reported to have happened at around 9.45pm. Officers have appealed to anyone with information to contact them. “Gardaí are appealing to anyone who may … [Read more...] about Appeal for witnesses after child assaulted at bus stop
Police investigate Co. Armagh arson attack on home with children inside
POLICE are appealing for information after a home with three children inside was targeted in an arson attack. The incident occurred on New Year's Eve in the Mullacreevie Road area of Co. Armagh. "Sometime between 10pm and 11pm, it was reported that an object was thrown at the rear of a property in the area," said Detective Sergeant McCartan of the PSNI. "It was reported that … [Read more...] about Police investigate Co. Armagh arson attack on home with children inside
Concern grows for man, 65, missing from Dublin
GARDAÍ are seeking the public's assistance in tracing the whereabouts of man missing from Dublin. Patrick Tiernan, 65, is reported missing from his home in Clonsilla, Dublin 15. He was last seen in the area shortly after 3pm on Tuesday afternoon, December 31. Mr Tiernan is described as being approximately 6' 3" in height with a medium build, grey hair, grey facial hair and blue … [Read more...] about Concern grows for man, 65, missing from Dublin