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

Ireland Crime

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Case No. 22702Theft (shoplifting) · Co. Kildare

Patrick Joyce charged with five counts of shoplifting in Kildare, Naas and Dublin

Patrick Joyce, 28, of Finglas, Dublin, appeared via video-link at Naas District Court on 12 January 2023 charged with five counts of theft from shops in Lucan, Naas and Portlaoise between 2021 and 2022. The case was adjourned to 26 January 2023 pending DPP directions on jurisdiction.

  1. Reportednot reported
  2. Arrestednot reported
  3. Chargednot reported
  4. In court25 Jan
  5. Verdict
  6. Sentenced
reportedhappened, not reportedlatest stagenot yet

Key facts

consolidated from all reports
9 statements extracted from the articles
  • whatItems allegedly stolen included two electric scooters worth €400 each and numerous bottles of alcohol. (kildarenow.com)
  • whereThe alleged thefts took place in shops in Lucan, Naas and Portlaoise. (kildarenow.com)
  • whenThe thefts occurred on various dates between 2021 and 2022. (kildarenow.com)
  • investigationThe allegedly stolen items were not recovered. (kildarenow.com)
  • chargePatrick Joyce was charged with five counts of theft. (kildarenow.com)
  • courtJoyce appeared via video-link at Naas District Court on 12 January 2023 while in custody. (kildarenow.com)
  • courtJudge Zaidan adjourned the case to 26 January 2023 to allow time for DPP directions. (kildarenow.com)
  • otherJoyce told the court he had not seen his family since being placed in custody. (kildarenow.com)
  • otherHis solicitor Tim Kennelly said Joyce is protesting his innocence. (kildarenow.com)

The reporting

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  1. 25 Jan2023
    In courtkildarenow.com, first report
    Contested shoplifting offences detailed in Kildare court

    First court appearance for five shoplifting charges; jurisdiction issue raised over offences spanning Dublin, Kildare and Laois; adjourned for DPP directions.

    accused, Patrick Joyce, 28, male, named, irish (judged from name)Patrick Joyce