Gardaí are investigating an incident of deception that occurred last Saturday at 4pm on the outskirts of Ennis.
Three males in a white van approached the injured party when he was parked on the Quin Road in Ennis. He was asked if he wanted to purchase generators and tools.
The man, who was in his 70’s purchased the items under duress. He later reported the matter to Ennis GardaStation.
Crime Prevention Officer for Clare Sergeant Catriona Holohdan said: “Gardaí are appealing to anyone that may have witnessed three males in a white van on the Quin Road or in the Ennis town area on Saturday evening at approximately 4pm.
If you were and have footage or if you were approached to buy tools on Saturday evening, please contact Ennis Garda Station on 065 6848100.”