Brazen 4am graffiti attack hits trains in Athlone as gardai probe 'unusual activity'
Gardai are investigating a serious early morning graffiti attack on trains in Co Westmeath.The incident took place at Athlone Train Station between 4am and 6am this morning, when three parked train carriages were damaged with graffiti.Officers have described the incident as "serious criminal damage" and want to speak with anyone who may have "have seen anything unusual" during the early hours.They are also appealing for anyone with dashcam footage to come forward.A Garda spokesperson said: "Gardaí are investigating a serious incident of criminal damage in Athlone, Co. Westmeath during the early hours of Saturday 7th March 2026."Three train carriages were damaged with graffiti while parked in Athlone Train Station between 4:00am and 6:00am on Saturday 7th March."Gardaí are appealing to anyone who may have information in relation to this incident to contact them. Any road users or pedestrians who were travelling in the area near Athlone Train Station between 4:00am and 6:00am and who may have camera footage (including dash cam) are asked to make this available to Gardaí."Gardaí are interested in speaking with anyone who may have seen anything unusual during this time in Athlone on Saturday 7th March 2026."Anyone with information is asked to contact Athlone Garda Station on 090 649 2600, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station."Want to see more of the stories you love from the Irish Mirror? Making us your preferred source on Google means you’ll get more of our exclusives, top stories and must-read content straight away. To add Irish Mirror as a preferred source, simply click here.
