Accused of money laundering in Portlaoise

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A man appeared in court accused of the theft and money laundering in relation to the sum of €4,380.

Eoin Tynan, 23, of 10 Old Forge Crescent, Mountrath is accused of theft and money laundering at Bank of Ireland, Portlaoise on March 9, 2021.

Garda Sergeant JJ Kirby said a farm foods company had received an email stating that Rosderra Meats had changed their bank account and provided new details. He said the injured party then made a payment to the new account.

Sgt Kirby said it transpired the Rosderra email had been “compromised”. He said it would be alleged the third party account was an account held by the accused.

Solicitor Michael Byrne requested legal aid. He said his client worked as a customer service agent earning €450 per week.

Judge Andrew Cody requested bank statements and reserved the issue of legal aid. He adjourned the case back to Portlaoise District Court on July 20.