Gardai chase and catch suspected burglar leaving house in Leixlip

Gardai in Leixlip are investigating a burglary in the Ryevale Lawns estate in Leixlip at 9pm last night.

It's believed that a three-man gang were involved in the incident.

After they were disturbed by neighbours, they fled from the estate.

However, Gardaí who were on the scene within three minutes, according to residents, chased down and apprehended one of the suspected burglars.

Searches continued for the other two men but are without success so far.

A Garda statement said they are investigating a burglary that occurred at a house in the Ryevale Lawns part of Leixlip at 9pm last night.

"A male (18) entered the house and and a number of rooms were entered.

"This male was caught after a foot chase by Gardai.

"He was arrested and conveyed to Leixlip Garda Station and detained under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act 1984 where he remains.

"Investigations are on going."