Man accused of having massive amount of stolen tools at market in Offaly
Book of evidence will be prepared in case against Longford man
A man has been accused of handling €6,240 worth of stolen power tools at Clara Market.
Charges which came before Tullamore District Court list Makita power tools worth €1,680, DeWalt tools worth €2,280, Milwaukee tools worth €480, Bosch power tools valued at €600, Festool €120, Hilti power tools worth €960 and Hikoki, valued at €120.
They were allegedly handled by John Nevin (37), Leo Casey Terrace, Ballymahon, Co Longford on July 16 last year at Clara Market, when he knew they were stolen or was reckless as to whether they were stolen.
Mr Nevin appeared before Judge Andrew Cody last week and indicated that he would like to be tried by judge and jury.
Judge Cody adjourned the prosecution to April 24 next for service of a book of evidence.