Longford drug charge struck out

A defendant who made a donation to charity avoided having a conviction registered against him at Longford District Court.

Martin Grundza (26), with an address at 47 Lana Aoibheann, St Michael’s Road, Longford, was charged with possession of cannabis at Willow Park, Longford on July 31, 2020.

Solicitor Diarmaid Quinn confirmed to Judge Bernadette Owens that the defendant made the €200 donation to charity. Judge Owens said in light of the donation she would strike the matter out.