Longford man pleads guilty to possession of stolen property

A man who pleaded guilty to possessing stolen property will return before Longford Circuit Court in July.

Fergal Gannon of Ferefad, Longford entered a guilty plea to handling stolen property (a De Walt router) at Lower Ferefad, Longford on April 23, 2023.

Barrister for the defendant, Raymond Groarke, asked Judge Kenneth Connolly if the matter could be adjourned to accommodate the preparation of a a probation report.

Remanding Mr Gannon on continuing bail to July 9, 2024 Judge Connolly directed that a probation and welfare report be undertaken with an assesses of the defendant's suitability for community service.