Gardaí in Askeaton investigating an aggravated burglary that occurred at a house in Askeaton, Limerick, early yesterday morning, Sunday 28th March, 2021, have arrested a man.
At approximately 7am yesterday morning, a man gained access to the residence and proceeded to threaten the resident of the property with a knife. The occupant of the property did not require medical treatment.
A male in his mid 30s was arrested a short distance away by Gardaí. He was taken to Henry Street Garda station where he was detained under the provisions of Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act 1984. He has since been charged and is due to appear before Limerick District Court, Court number 6 this morning, Monday 29th March, 2021 at 10.30a.m.
Investigations ongoing.