Gardaí are investigating the theft of a livestock trailer from a yard in Co. Wexford, which took place over the weekend.

The theft is believed to have occurred in the Monageer area near Enniscorthy between Saturday, April 11 and Sunday, April 12.

Officers described the stolen property as "a 2-axle livestock trailer, approximately 5ft x 8ft, fitted with sheep decks, with identifying markings engraved on the drawbar."

Gardaí have appealed to anyone who may have seen this trailer, noticed any suspicious activity in the area during this time, or who may have any information regarding the trailer's whereabouts, to come forward.

Enniscorthy Garda Station encouraged those with information to contact them or the Garda Confidential Line, which can be reached by dialling 1800 666 111.

Rural crime

Meanwhile, another investigation is underway in Roscommon following the theft of a possible 1,000L of green diesel from a farmer's yard.

Gardaí confirmed that they are "investigating an incident of theft from a premises in Co. Roscommon which was reported on Tuesday, April 14, 2026".

"Investigations are ongoing," a spokesperson added.  

Agriland understands that the farmer first noticed the diesel missing when he went to fill the tractor.

Precautions

The incident follows increased warnings from gardaí across the country to farmers and homeowners to secure oil tanks, amid the sharp spike in fuel prices as a result of the conflict in the Middle East.

It has been estimated that the price of green diesel has nearly doubled since February due to the Iran conflict.

Prices have risen from €0.97/L to about €1.80/L since late February.

Gardaí are encouraging people to install fuel tank alarms and to use anti-siphoning devices, especially if an oil tank is in an isolated area, in a bid to deter fuel thefts.

Officers have also said that farmers, businesses, and homeowners should consider installing CCTV and use lockable access gates, and erect lockable fencing around an oil tank, including over the top.