Gardaí in Carlow are appealing for information after two houses were burgled.

Gardaí in Carlow are appealing for information after two houses were burgled yesterday.

The first happened sometime between 11am and half past 3 in Heathermills Mews in Carlow Town.

A rear window was forced, the house was ransacked and jewellery was stolen.

The second incident happened in the Laurels on the Tullow Road when, again, the culprits got in through the back window.

Electrical equipment, cash and jewellery were stolen.

Anyone who may have seen anything suspicious is asked to contact Carlow Garda Station on 059 9136620