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Case No. 16166Possession of cocaine; attempting to convey drugs into prison · Co. Laois · 3 Aug 2024

Charity worker accused of trying to bring cocaine into Midlands Prison

Liam Behan, a 24-year-old man of Walshestown Park, Newbridge, is accused of possessing cocaine and attempting to convey drugs into Midlands Prison on 3 August 2024. The case was first reported in court on 4 September 2024, when his solicitor sought legal aid and the judge granted it. He was remanded on bail, and the case was adjourned to Portlaoise District Court on 18 November 2024 for DPP directions.

  1. Reportednot reported
  2. Arrestednot reported
  3. Chargednot reported
  4. In court4 Sep
  5. Verdict
  6. Sentenced
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Key facts

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What happened
Liam Behan is accused of possessing cocaine and attempting to convey drugs into Midlands Prison.
When
The alleged offences occurred on 3 August 2024.
Where
The alleged offences relate to Midlands Prison.
Other details
  • Liam Behan is 24 years old and of Walshestown Park, Newbridge, according to the article.
  • Liam Behan is described as a charity worker, and his solicitor said he works with Bernardos.
Investigation
Garda Sergeant JJ Kirby said the amount of drugs was allegedly large.
Charges
Liam Behan is charged with possessing cocaine.
In court
  • The first court appearance was reported on 4 September 2024.
  • Solicitor Barry Fitzgerald asked for legal aid and said his client would consent to a long adjournment.
  • Judge Nicola Andrews granted legal aid and remanded Liam Behan on bail.
  • The case was adjourned to Portlaoise District Court on 18 November 2024 for DPP directions.
12 statements extracted from the articles
  • whatLiam Behan is accused of possessing cocaine. (kildarenow.com)
  • whatLiam Behan is accused of attempting to convey drugs into Midlands Prison. (kildarenow.com)
  • whenThe alleged offences occurred on 3 August 2024. (kildarenow.com)
  • investigationGardaí said the amount of drugs was allegedly large. (kildarenow.com)
  • chargeThe accused is charged with possessing cocaine. (kildarenow.com)
  • courtThe solicitor asked for legal aid for the accused. (kildarenow.com)
  • courtThe solicitor said the accused would consent to a long adjournment. (kildarenow.com)
  • courtThe judge granted legal aid. (kildarenow.com)
  • courtThe accused was remanded on bail. (kildarenow.com)
  • courtThe case was adjourned to Portlaoise District Court on 18 November for DPP directions. (kildarenow.com)
  • otherA charity worker appeared in court over the alleged offences. (kildarenow.com)
  • otherThe solicitor said the accused works with Bernardos. (kildarenow.com)

The reporting

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  1. 4 Sep2024
    In courtkildarenow.com, first report
    Kildare charity worker accused of trying to bring drugs into prison

    First court appearance reported. Defendant described as a charity worker; legal aid granted, remanded on bail, adjourned to 18 November 2024 for DPP directions.

    accused, Liam Behan, 24, male, named, irish (judged from name)Liam Behan