Donegal gardaí issue advice to public after oil thefts reported around the county

Donegal gardaí have issued advice to the public after recent incidents of home heating oil thefts in the county.

Gardaí received reports of a theft from a house in the area of Fahan and also in the Ballyshannon area.

“In light of these recent reports, we wish to once again remind the public briefly about some preventative measures that they can take to avoid theft of their home heating oil,” said Garda Gráinne Doherty. “Check oil levels frequently, attach tank locks, install lockable access gates, install a tank alarm system, which warns if the oil level drops suddenly.

“Increase security lighting around the home particularly to the rear and sides. Keep your tank hidden if possible and if this is not possible, have plants, shrubs or lockable fencing around your tank, including over the top.

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"Be vigilant following an oil delivery. Consider installing CCTV. Placing a highly visible camera on your property may act as a deterrent to thieves. Look out for your neighbours and always report any type of suspicious activity or vehicles to gardaí immediately.”