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06 Dec 2025

Gardaí in Kilkenny deal with 'distressed lady' following 'scary' incident

Kilkenny gardaí are asking people to keep an eye on those close

Gardaí in Kilkenny deal with 'distressed lady' following 'scary' incident

Two gardaí from the community engagement unit in Kilkenny were recently made aware of a 'scary' scam after being approached by 'a lovely lady'.

"She was very distressed after receiving a scam call with a Belgian +32 area code," a garda spokesperson said.

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"The voice said she was suspected of drug dealing. Just a scam but scary for someone who's a bit anxious.

"Keep an eye on those close. We spoke to the lady's daughter who she'd also called."

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