Gardai issue witness appeal after aggravated burglary in Dublin 8

Gardaí in Kevin Street are appealing for witnesses in relation to an incident of aggravated burglary that occurred in Merton Park, Dublin 8, at approximately 11.30pm on November 21.

Two armed males entered the house in Merton Park and assaulted the occupants before leaving the scene in a white van. A man and woman were taken to St James’ Hospital to be treated for non-life threatening injuries.

Witnesses who may have been in the vicinity of Merton Park, Dublin 8 between 23.15pm and 23.45pm on November 21 are now being sought.

Investigating Gardaí would also like to speak to any persons who may have dashcam footage and who were in the area around Merton Park commonly referred to as the ‘Tenters’ and may have seen a small white Ford Transit Connect van, partial registration 06D, with a roof rack in the Dublin 8 area, between 22.30pm and midnight on November 21.

Anyone with information can contact Kevin Street Garda Station on 01 6669400 or the Garda Confidential Line on 1 800666111.