Wednesday 28 October 2026Compiled from published reports. Every claim links to its source.

Ireland Crime

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Case No. 3258Attempted robbery, possession of stolen property, theft · Co. Dublin · 17 Oct 2023

Michael O'Toole, 41, pleads guilty to three attempted robberies on Talbot Street, Dublin

Michael O'Toole, 41, pleaded guilty at Dublin Circuit Criminal Court to three counts of attempted robbery at two Paddy Power shops and a Spar on Talbot Street on 17 October 2023, using an uncapped syringe, as well as possession of stolen property and theft from an Airbnb in July 2021. Judge Martina Baxter adjourned the case for finalisation until 17 December 2026, requesting a probation report and additional urine analysis.

  1. Reportednot reported
  2. Arrestednot reported
  3. Chargednot reported
  4. In court24 Apr
  5. Verdict
  6. Sentenced
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Key facts

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  • whatO'Toole pleaded guilty to three counts of attempted robbery at two Paddy Power premises and Spar on Talbot Street. (irishtimes.com)
  • whatHe also pleaded guilty to possession of stolen property and theft at various locations in Dublin city on 14 July 2021. (irishtimes.com)
  • whatHe was wearing distinctive clothing with one white and one black glove during the second robbery attempt. (irishtimes.com)
  • whatA couple in an Airbnb in Dublin city found the sittingroom window forced open and two iPads, a laptop, and a bank card missing. (irishtimes.com)
  • whenHe entered the first Paddy Power outlet on Talbot Street at 3.33pm on 17 October 2023. (irishtimes.com)
  • causeHe was looking for money to buy drugs at the time of the robberies. (irishtimes.com)
  • courtJudge Martina Baxter requested a probation report and additional urine analysis and adjourned the case for finalisation until 17 December. (irishtimes.com)

The reporting

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  1. 24 Apr2026
    In courtirishtimes.com, first report
    Man attempted to rob three shops on Dublin street in less than five minutes, court hears

    Court hearing at Dublin Circuit Criminal Court where O'Toole pleaded guilty to all charges; case adjourned for sentencing/finalisation in December 2026.

    accused, 41, male, irish (judged from name)victim