An appeal for information has been launched after a pub in The Heath was burgled yesterday.
The Wheel Inn was broken into some time between 11am and 3pm yesterday.
The thieves ransacked the premises and made away with a quantity of tools.
Gardai are appealing for information from anyone who saw anything suspicious around the time and are asking them to come forward to assist them with their inquiries.
Portlaoise Garda Station can be contacted at 057 8674100.
