Almost half of victims are over the age of 55.
There's been a 67% increase in reports of investment fraud over the last year.
Gardaí received 140 reports in 2020 - rising to 234 last year, amounting to €12.4 million.
Almost half of victims are over the age of 55 and there's been a rise in cases involving cryptocurrency.
Laois/Offaly Crime Prevention Officer, Sergeant Graham Kavanagh says the culprits are often outside of Irish jurisdiction:
New Amendment Strengthens Protections For Buying Financial Services Online
The EU directive being written into Irish law includes changes such as turning down chatbot services.
Midlands Business Man Honoured By US Congressman
Mr Lynam, is a senior operations leader with Boston Scientific.
Jozef Puska's Lawyers Suggest Potential Change In Murder Appeal Case
Mr Puska is facing a life sentence after his conviction for the murder of Ashling Murphy.
Offaly Duo Unite To Launch 'Storm Chasers Ireland'
The page will also have a public safety focus.
Former Laois STEM Engagement Officer Hopeful Regional Programme Will Return
The regional programme funded through the EU Just Transition Fund ended last month.
Westmeath Toastmasters Club Marks 30th Anniversary
Public meetings are held every second and fourth Thursday in Mullingar.
Laois Nursing Home Makes Significant Progress On Compliance Issues
It comes almost a year after it was found non compliant on eight regulations.
Two Men Charged Over Aggravated Burglary In Westmeath
They'll appear before Athlone District Court this afternoon.
Offaly Students Head To Switzerland For 2026 Hydrogen Grand Prix World Final
Four students are set to compete from the Sacred Heart School in Tullamore.
El Niño Conditions Strengthen Risk Of Global Extreme Weather Events
Heatwaves and extreme weather is expected across the world.
Gardai Arrest Two Men Over Aggravated Burglary In Westmeath
The incident took place in St Peter's Terrace in Athlone yesterday morning.
Westmeath Councillor Calls For Government Action On Drink Spiking Protocols
There are no formal hospital guidelines for managing suspected spiking incidents.
€22.5m In Rural Regeneration Funding Still Unspent Across Midlands
The largest amount of unspent money is in Offaly.
New Westmeath Oral Heritage Training Programme Launches
The programme builds on the findings of the Westmeath Oral Heritage Audit.
Midland Hospitals Owed Over €2.2 Million In Unpaid Patient Fees
More than €544k in inpatient charges remains unpaid at Midland Regional Hospital Portlaoise.
Plans Submitted For Major Offaly Solar Farm
Offaly County Council is due to make a decision by July 22.
Nursing Homes Body Seeks Clear Action
A review was published yesterday.
Midlands Youth Call For €27m Budget Boost For Youth Services
Young people are meeting with TDs on the issue.
Verdict Of Death By Misadventure Recorded At Inquest Of Offaly Prisoner
The three day inquest has concluded into the death of 36 year old Ivan Rosney from Ferbane in September 2020.
Offaly TDs Urged To Increase Youth Work Funding In Budget 2027
NYCI held an event which brought together young people to lobby for more funding.
