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08 Dec 2025

Bench warrant issued for man in Laois over drugs charges 

The warrant was issued when the man failed to appear before Portlaoise District Court

Bench warrant issued for man in Laois over drugs charges 

Portlaoise District Court

A bench warrant was issued for the arrest of a man who failed to appear before Portlaoise District Court on drugs charges.

Alex Kellegher (20) of 8 Oak Drive, Ballacollig, Mountmellick, is accused of having drugs for sale or supply at his address on January 31, 2024. 

Garda Sergeant Jason Hughes said the value of the drugs was estimated at €4,000. 

Judge Deirdre Gearty issued a bench warrant at a sitting of Portlaoise District Court.

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