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07 Dec 2025

Gardaí in Westmeath arrest ten people in major operation targeting criminal activity

Investigations are ongoing

Gardaí in Westmeath arrest ten people in major operation targeting criminal activity

Over the last number of weeks, Gardaí in Mullingar have made 10 arrests and conducted a number of searches as part of an operation targeting criminal activity in the County Westmeath area.

The ongoing operation is conducted by Gardaí from the Mullingar Division with assistance from Gardaí in Tullamore, County Offaly. Additionally, local uniform Gardaí and plain clothes Gardaí have been conducting pro-active patrols in the area.

A total of 11 properties have been searched during the course of the investigation.

A total of 10 people have been arrested in connection with the operation. All have since been charged and brought before the courts.

Three of the arrested individuals, who appeared before a special sitting of Mullingar District Court, last night, Wednesday 7th July 2024, have been remanded in custody. These three individuals are due to appear before Mullingar District Court on Monday morning, 12th August 2024 at 10.30am.

Investigations are ongoing.

Anyone with information in relation to criminal activity in Mullingar is asked to contact Mullingar Garda Station 044 938 4000, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station

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