Fleet of suspected stolen vans seized in Garda swoop

As part of an intelligence-led operation, Gardai probing the theft of vehicles led a series of searches yesterday afternoon.

The multi-agency operation in Longford town and Granard also involved officers from Department of Social Welfare and Revenue Custom and Excise.

A total of 14 suspected stolen vehicles were seized consisting 12 Ford Transit vans (similar to those pictured), one Ford camper van and one caravan.

A large amount of documentary evidence was also seized.

Gardai said no arrests were made and investigations are ongoing.