A SPATE of crimes were committed by a lone male in New Oak Estate, Carlow in the early hours of Sunday morning, with seven cars and a house being burgled while a car was also stolen.

"No words will ease the heartbreak of Darren’s parents, brother, daughters, and extended family"

Gardaí responded to an incident at the house in New Oak Estate shortly after 11.40pm last night

The 30-year-old was found unresponsive with serious injuries after 11.40pm at a house in the New Oak Estate

The 30-year-old was found unresponsive with serious injuries after 11.40pm at a house in the New Oak Estate