Laois Gardaí make arrest for indecency in Portlaoise
Laois Gardaí say they have detained a man in Portlaoise arising from incidents of indecency in the town.
A spokesperson confirmed that an Irish national, who is aged in his 60s, was arrested arising after a public appeal made in the wake of an incident of exposure/offensive conduct.
The incident happened at about 1am in the Lyster Square area on Sunday, March 12.
Laois Gardaí thanked the public for their assistance with their enquires so far and indicated that a court appearance is possible.
However, as an investigation is ongoing, they asked that anybody with further information to contact Portlaoise Garda Station on 057 867 4100, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111or any Garda Station.
Under law, exposure/offensive conduct is as offensive conduct of a sexual nature, which means any behaviour of a sexual nature which, having regard to all the circumstances, is likely to cause fear, distress or alarm to any person who is, or might reasonably be expected to be, aware of any such behaviour.