Burglars trash house after breaking into property in Kilkenny town

Heatless thieves broke into and a house in a Kilkenny town and completely ransacked the property before fleeing the scene empty handed.

The break-in occurred at a house on Old Road, Urlingford sometime between 1pm on Tuesday and midday on Wednesday.

The burglars gained entry by forcing open the front door open. But despite turning the house over, it appears the burglars left empty-handed.

Anyone with information  about the break-in or who may have noticed any suspicious activity in the area at the time is asked to contact Urlingford Gardaí Station on 056 883 1133.