Theft of Radioactive Material, Swords, Co. Dublin. Gardai in Swords investigating a burglary in Swords over the weekend(27th
to 29th Sept 2013) would like to warn the public of radioactive material that was taken during the course of the burglary. The
radioactive material taken is described as seven lightning preventers which were contained in a red metal box . They have
the appearance of aluminium or stainless steel but are of no scrap value. These are HIGHLY DANGEROUS and should not be
touched or approached. If any person discovers these items or has any information as to where they are, they should -
Not approach or touch these items - Contact Gardai at Swords 6664700 or any Garda Station or contact the Radiological Protection
Institute of Ireland on 01 2066913,01 269 7766,(Out of office hours – 0879163364) It happened at Rainey
steeplejacks which is located at the junction of North Street and Balheary Road Swords. There is no scrap value in this and
The Radiological Protection Institute says not to go anywhere near it.
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