Dublin teen found carrying knives in Portlaoise
The teenager appeared before a sitting of Portlaoise District Court
A Dublin teenager appeared before Portlaoise District Court accused of possessing knives in Portlaoise.
Nathan Lupayo (19) of Preston Street, Dublin 1, had previously admitted having two knives at Ridge Road, Portlaoise, on October 13, 2025.
Solicitor Barry Fitzgerald said the case had been put back pending a governor’s report. He said his client had come from a difficult background.
“His upbringing was characterised by neglect,” he said.
Mr Fitzgerald said his client was in custody in relation to other matters and was attending school. He said the probation service had made some recommendations.
Judge Andrew Gubbins said that subject to conditions set out in the probation report he would place the man on a 12 month probation bond.
Garda Sergeant JJ Kirby requested a destruction order for the knives which was granted by Judge Gubbins.