Thursday 29 October 2026Compiled from published reports. Every claim links to its source.

Ireland Crime

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Case No. 12645Theft (Section 4 of the Theft and Fraud Offences Act) · Co. Dublin

Dublin woman facing theft charges tells court of mental health struggles

Kim Dunleavy (51) of Dublin 7 appeared before Judge Michele Finan at a District Court facing a host of criminal charges under Section 4 of the Theft and Fraud Offences Act, telling the court her offending is linked to personal tragedies and that she has been waiting over two years to see a counsellor or therapist.

  1. Reportednot reported
  2. Arrestednot reported
  3. Chargednot reported
  4. In court19 Sep
  5. Verdict
  6. Sentenced
reportedhappened, not reportedlatest stagenot yet

Key facts

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3 statements extracted from the articles
  • chargeShe is facing criminal charges related to breaches of Section 4 of the Theft and Fraud Offences Act. (gript.ie)
  • courtKim Dunleavy appeared before Judge Michele Finan at a District Court. (gript.ie)
  • otherShe has been waiting to see a counsellor or therapist for over two years. (gript.ie)

The reporting

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  1. 19 Sep2025
    In courtgript.ie, first report
    Bereaved mother facing theft charges begs for help - Gript

    Court appearance in which the accused told the judge about her mental health issues and long wait for therapy.

    accused, Kim Dunleavy, 51, female, named, irish (judged from name)Kim Dunleavy