The Cathaoirleach of the Glenties Municipal District is urging people to be vigilant following the attempted theft of a boat engine in the area in recent days.
Over the weekend, upon returning to his boat, a fisherman discovered an unsuccessful attempt had been made to steal the engine of his boat which was moored at Portnablagh Pier.
Councillor Michael McClafferty says the theft of engines comes at a huge financial cost to those targeted: