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Tesco
A man who stole goods and damaged others from a Tesco store in Birr appeared before Tullamore District Court and pleaded guilty.
Kristoff Gruszka (48), Sean Dooleys Flats, Archway, Birr admitted offences at the same supermarket on successive days last year.
Mr Gruszka pleaded guilty to stealing a smartwatch, valued at €80, from Tesco, Railway Road, Birr on August 24 last.
He also admitted damaging a box of streambuds and a phone cable, property of Tesco, on August 25, 2024.
Defending solicitor Aisling Maloney said a probation report was before the court and Mr Gruszka had a difficulty with alcohol.
Sergeant Brendan Kearns told the court the accused had been stopped by security at Tesco, Railway Road, Birr in connection with a separate incident.
Judge Fiona Brennan said she had read the probation report and in the circumstances ordered the man to enter a €200 probation bond for nine months.
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