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

Ireland Crime

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Case No. 11661Wildlife offence (possession of wild perching birds) · Co. Limerick

Man fined €500 for keeping wild birds in a cage at his Limerick City home

Adrian Hayes was convicted at Limerick City District Court under Section 31 of the Wildlife Act for having five wild goldfinches in a cage at his home. He was fined €500 and given three months to pay.

  1. Reportednot reported
  2. Arrestednot reported
  3. Chargednot reported
  4. In courtnot reported
  5. Verdictnot reported
  6. Sentenced29 Dec
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Key facts

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9 statements extracted from the articles
  • whatMan had five perching birds in a cage at his home. (limerickleader.ie)
  • whereThe home is at Marion Place, Janesboro, Limerick City. (limerickleader.ie)
  • investigationThe National Parks and Wildlife Service received a report from a member of the public about birds at the home. (limerickleader.ie)
  • chargeHe was prosecuted for a breach of Section 31 of the Wildlife Act. (limerickleader.ie)
  • courtHe entered a guilty plea at Limerick District Court on 14 November 2025. (limerickleader.ie)
  • courtJudge John King convicted him under Section 31 of the Wildlife Act. (limerickleader.ie)
  • sentenceHe was fined €500 and given three months to pay. (limerickleader.ie)
  • otherInvestigators found five wild goldfinches in a cage, three glue sticks, a holding box and a trap at the home. (limerickleader.ie)
  • otherThe case was prosecuted by barrister David McHugh BL and State solicitor Aileen Mawe. (limerickleader.ie)

The reporting

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  1. 29 Dec2025
    Sentencedlimerickleader.ie, first report
    Man convicted for breaching wildlife act at his home in Limerick City

    Reports the conviction and €500 fine. Adds that Mr Hayes pleaded guilty on 14 November 2025, and lists the other items found at his home. No incident date is given.

    convicted, Adrian Hayes, male, named, irish (judged from name)Adrian Hayes