14 bicycles reported stolen in Kerry so far this year

14 bicycles have been reported stolen in Kerry so far this year.

An Garda Siochana says bike theft is a particular problem in urban areas, with 7,000 reported stolen nationwide over the past year and a half.

During 2020, 58 bicycles were reported stolen in Kerry, with 40 recovered.

So far this year, 14 have been reported stolen, of which seven have been recovered.

Gardaí have offered advice to cyclists to help keep their property safe, including spending up to 20 percent the value of the bike on two locks, and keeping it in a secure area.