The Chairperson of Clare’s Joint Policing Committee says it’s becoming difficult for shops in this county to stay open because of a rising amount of thefts.
Thefts in local outlets have jumped by 69 percent between November and January compared to the same time period 12 months ago.
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88 incidents were detected in the three month period, with senior Gardai said to be prioritising such crimes with further resources.
Sixmilebridge-based Fine Gael Councillor John Crowe says there’s a risk of villages in Clare losing such shops if it continues.
