Man remanded on bail for three thefts in Tullamore including at solarium

A DEFENDANT pleaded guilty to committing three acts of theft in Tullamore during last week's sitting of the District Court.

James Gonoude, Clara Road, Tullamore was before the court, and was charged with trespassing and stealing in Emerald Solarium, Harbour Street, Tullamore on October 7, 2024; trespassing and stealing in The Bridge Shopping Centre, Tullamore on October 9, 2024.

He was also charged with damaging a Charity Money Box belonging to Mary's Meals Charity in The Bridge Shopping Centre Tullamore on October 9.

The defending solicitor Patrick Martin said his client has an addiction problem and is on a Methadone programme.

Judge Andrew Cody remanded the defendant on continuing bail to February 19 next and ordered that Gonoude liaise with the addiction services.