Nenagh gardaí issue alert after report car using blue flashing lights 'frightened' female

The gardaí in Tipperary are investigating a report of someone allegedly impersonating a garda after a female motorist travelling in the Nenagh area had a frightening experience when the occupant of a car travelling behind hers switched on blue flashing lights, leading her to believe it was a patrol car.

Sgt Declan O’Carroll of Nenagh Garda Station, said that they were investigating the alleged incident of a member of the public impersonating a garda on May 5.

“The occupant of this car did not engage with the woman. He left at speed but we wish to highlight this incident and ask members of the public to remain vigilant,” he said.