BREAKING: Criminal damage rampage in Kilkenny

Four businesses in Kilkenny City were targeted this morning after an implement was used to smash windows causing substantial damage.

The businesses, all located in the Vicar Street/Irishtown area were targeted between 5am and 5.20am.

A male suspect, dressed in black, was seen by witnesses in the vicinity.

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Anyone with dashcam or CCTV footage or who saw any suspicious activity is asked to contact Kilkenny Garda Station on (056) 777 5000.

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