Sunday 1 November 2026Compiled from published reports. Every claim links to its source.

Ireland Crime

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Case No. 3318Drug offence · Co. Offaly

Edenderry man warned of prison after second drug guilty plea

A 22-year-old man from Edenderry, Dylan Cole, pleaded guilty to possession of cannabis for sale or supply after 60 grams of the drug were found at his home on Killane Drive, Edenderry, on 29 March 2025. He appeared at Tullamore District Court on 28 October 2026, where Judge Andrew Cody noted it was his second guilty plea for a drug offence. The judge warned Cole that on his third drug offence he would be serving time in prison.

  1. Reportednot reported
  2. Arrestednot reported
  3. Chargednot reported
  4. In court28 Oct
  5. Verdict
  6. Sentenced
reportedhappened, not reportedlatest stagenot yet

Key facts

consolidated from all reports
What happened
60 grams of cannabis with an estimated value of €1,600 were found at a property.
Where
Killane Drive, Edenderry, Offaly.
When
29 March 2025.
Cause
The drugs were found when a search warrant was executed.
Charges
Possession of cannabis for sale or supply.
In court
Dylan Cole (22) of Killane, Edenderry, appeared at Tullamore District Court on 28 October 2026 before Judge Andrew Cody.
Sentence
The judge warned the man he would face a prison sentence if he reoffends on drug laws.
Other details
It was the man's second guilty plea for a drug offence.
Investigation
Sergeant Justine Reilly gave evidence at Tullamore District Court.
4 statements extracted from the articles
  • courtA 22-year-old man from Edenderry appeared at Tullamore District Court. (offalyexpress.ie)
  • courtJudge Andrew Cody presided over the hearing. (offalyexpress.ie)
  • otherThe judge warned the man he would face a prison sentence if he breaks drug laws again. (offalyexpress.ie)
  • otherThe judge stated the man would be serving time. (offalyexpress.ie)

The reporting

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  1. 28 Oct2026
    In courtoffalyexpress.ie, first report
    Offaly man warned of prison sentence if he breaks drug laws again

    Reports a court appearance at Tullamore District Court where the judge warned the defendant of a future prison sentence for reoffending on drug laws.

    accused, 22, male