Tipperary homeowners are being warned to be extra vigilant to avoid becoming the victims of burglaries.
The next two months are the most lucrative for burglars – according to research carried out by the Garda's National Crime Prevention Unit with instances rising by 25% during the winter months.
The majority of break-ins take place between 5pm and 11pm.
In the twelve months to July, over €35 million worth of property was stolen from Irish homes with most burglars gaining entry through a back door or window.
