The incident occurred at around 3.40am on Tuesday morning.
Gardaí are investigating an attempted burglary of a Laois hotel.
Two masked men gained entry through the front door of the Abbeyleix Manor Hotel at around 3.40am on Tuesday morning, but fled the scene when security raised the alarm.
Gardai are appealing for information about a dark coloured saloon type car.
Anyone who was in the area at the time of the incident, and may have camera or dashcam footage is asked to contact Portlaoise Garda Station.
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