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Case No. 21854Possession of suspected cocaine · Co. Kildare · 18 Feb 2023

Cocaine possession case adjourned for DPP directions in Kildare

Gardaí alleged that they found suspected cocaine worth an estimated €1,015 on the person of 21-year-old man Aaron Kelly at Loughlion Green, Kildare town, on 18 February 2023. Kelly, of 23 Loughlion Green, appeared at Naas District Court on 9 March 2023. Judge Desmond Zaidan adjourned the case to 7 September 2023 to allow time for directions from the Director of Public Prosecutions.

  1. Reportednot reported
  2. Arrestednot reported
  3. Chargednot reported
  4. In court20 Mar
  5. Verdict
  6. Sentenced
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Key facts

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What happened
The 21-year-old was allegedly found with suspected cocaine worth an estimated €1,015 on his person.
Where
The alleged discovery took place at Loughlion Green, Kildare town.
When
The alleged discovery took place on 18 February 2023.
Charges
Possession of suspected cocaine.
In court
  • The case was heard at Naas District Court on 9 March 2023.
  • Judge Desmond Zaidan adjourned the case to 7 September 2023 for DPP directions.
Other details
The accused's address is 23 Loughlion Green, Kildare town.
5 statements extracted from the articles
  • whatThe 21-year-old was allegedly found with suspected cocaine worth an estimated €1,015 on his person. (kildarenow.com)
  • whereThe accused's address is 23 Loughlion Green, Kildare town. (kildarenow.com)
  • whenThe alleged discovery took place on 18 February 2023. (kildarenow.com)
  • courtThe case was heard at Naas District Court on 9 March 2023. (kildarenow.com)
  • courtJudge Desmond Zaidan adjourned the case to 7 September 2023 for DPP directions. (kildarenow.com)

The reporting

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  1. 20 Mar2023
    In courtkildarenow.com, first report
    Kildare court: Suspected cocaine discovered on man

    First court appearance; case adjourned to 7 September 2023 for DPP directions.

    suspect, Aaron Kelly, 21, male, named, irish (judged from name)Aaron Kelly