Thurles Information

Tipperary Gardaí Investigate Activities Of Munster-Based Criminal Gang.

As part of ongoing investigations aimed at the activities of a Munster-based organised criminal group; Gardaí stationed at Clonmel Garda Station, in South Tipperary have conducted a series of search operations at locations in Co. Tipperary and neighbouring Co. Clare, on dates including March 27th and April 30th 2024.

**One of the cars seized during Tipperary Garda search operations on April 30th last.**
*Image courtesy of An Garda Síochána.*

While as yet, no arrests are being immediately planned during this phase of search operations; Gardaí have confirmed that same represents a significant development in their current ongoing investigation.

During Garda searches, two cars, each valued at €60,000, were seized, together with €2,950 in cash. Five separate bank accounts, containing deposits totalling €17,000 have also been frozen; same confiscated under present Irish money laundering legislation.

Death Of Tommy Butler, Ballytarsna, Co. Tipperary.

It was with sadness that we learned of the death yesterday, Tuesday 30th April 2024, of Mr Tommy Butler, Ballytarsna, Cashel, Co. Tipperary.

Mr Butler passed away peacefully at his place of residence.

His passing is most deeply regretted, sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his sorrowing family; brothers Michael, John and Willie, sisters Ann and Josephine, nephews, nieces, extended relatives, neighbours and friends.

Requiescat in Pace.

Funeral Arrangements.

The earthly remains of Mr Butler will repose at Devitt’s Funeral Home, The Green, Cashel, Co. Tipperary, on Friday afternoon next, May 3rd, from 5:30pm to 7:30pm same evening.
His remains will be received into the former Cistercian Abbey Monastery Church, at Holycross, Thurles, Co. Tipperary, to further repose for Requiem Mass on Saturday morning, May 4th, at 10:30am, followed by interment in the adjoining graveyard.

The extended Butler family wish to express their appreciation for your understanding at this difficult time, and have made arrangements for those persons wishing to send messages of condolence, to use the link shown HERE.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.

Death Of Nora Fitzpatrick, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

It was with sadness that we learned of the death today, Tuesday 30th April 2024 of Mrs Nora Fitzpatrick (née O’Dwyer), No.2 Gleann Rí, Holycross, Thurles, Co. Tipperary, and formerly of No.11 Talbot Park, Boherlahan, Cashel, Co. Tipperary.

The passing of Mrs Fitzpatrick is most deeply regretted, sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her sorrowing family; loving husband Jim, son Alan, daughters Tara, Elaine and Tracy, grandchildren Rebecca, Katie, Rubie, Emma, James, Myia-Rose and Méabh, sons-in-law and partners, brothers Willie, Rodgie, Tom, John Joe and Paddy, sisters Peggy, Nancy, Mary, Josie, Kathleen and Pauline, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, extended relatives, neighbours and a wide circle of friends.

Requiescat in Pace.

Funeral Arrangements.

The earthly remains of Mrs Fitzpatrick will repose at her place of residence (E41TX96) on tomorrow afternoon, Wednesday, May 1st, from 5:00pm until 8:00pm same evening.
Her funeral cortège will be received into the former Cistercian Abbey Monastery Church, at Holycross Thurles, Co. Tipperary, on Thursday morning, May 2nd, at 11:30am to further repose for Requiem Mass at 12:00 noon, followed by interment, immediately afterwards in Holycross graveyard, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

For those persons who are unable to attend the funeral service for Mrs Fitzpatrick, same can be viewed streamed live online, HERE.

The extended Fitzpatrick family wish to express their appreciation for your understanding at this difficult time, and have made arrangements for those persons wishing to send messages of condolence, to use the link shown HERE

Suaimhneas síoraí dá h-anam dílis i dteannta na Naomh agus na n-aingeal.

FSAI Food Alert – Recall Batch Of Ecosana Copo Teff Bio.

Food Safety Authority of Ireland recall of a batch of Ecosana Copo Teff Bio (Organic Teff Flakes) due to presence of tropane alkaloids.

Alert Summary dated today Tuesday, April 30th 2024.

Category 1: For Action.
Alert Notification: 2024.16.
Product Identification: Ecosana Copo Teff Bio, pack size: 500g.
Batch Code: C11109, best before date: 28/02/2025.
Country Of Origin: Spain.

Message: The above identified batch of Ecosana Copa Teff Bio (Organic Teff Flakes) is being recalled due to the presence of tropane alkaloids. A recall notice has been emailed to online shoppers.
Tropane alkaloids are naturally occurring plant constituents found in a variety of plant species. Plants produce tropane alkaloids to protect themselves from predators (e.g. insects). Contamination of food can occur if parts (mostly seeds) of tropane alkaloid containing plants are unintentionally harvested with agricultural crops.

Nature Of Danger: Symptoms can include a change in heart rate, decreased salivary and sweat secretion, pupil dilation, dizziness, headache, nausea, hallucination and disorientation.

Action Required:
Consumers: Consumers are advised not to eat the implicated stated batch.

Gardaí At Nenagh, In North Tipperary, To Host Property Marking Event.

Gardai at Nenagh in North Co. Tipperary will host a ‘Property Marking Event’ at Arrabawn Homevalue premises, latter situated at Tyone, South of Nenagh, on Wednesday next, May 1st, between the hours of 12:30pm and 3:30pm.