Local Gardaí are appealing for witnesses to the incident, which occurred on Friday morning.
Gardaí are investigating a theft in Laois.
The incident occurred at a home outside the Timahoe village on Friday morning at around 8am.
Gardaí are specifically seeking information on a gold Nissan Almera hatchback.
They are appealing for witnesses who may camera or dashcam footage to come forward.
Anyone with any information is being asked to contact Portlaoise Garda Station.
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