Gardaí Recover Significant Haul of Stolen Electronic Devices Following Dublin City Centre Operation – 20th August 2026

On 20 August 2026, Gardaí from Store Street Community Engagement, supported by the Garda National Economic Crime Bureau (GNECB), conducted a search of a business premises in Dublin 1 following an investigation into stolen electronic devices. The operation resulted in the recovery of 36 laptops and 40 mobile phones. The devices are undergoing technical examination to identify and return them to their rightful owners. No arrests have been made, and investigations are ongoing. Gardaí advise that if a mobile phone is stolen, individuals should contact their service provider to block the SIM and IMEI number and report the theft to their local Garda station.