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Ireland Crime

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Case No. 12588Drink driving (driving under the influence of alcohol) · Co. Longford · 27 May 2025

Polish man appears in Longford court on drink driving charge

Sylwester Bodziony, 47, a Polish national living in Ballymahon, Co Longford, appeared at Longford District Court accused of driving under the influence of alcohol. The matter was adjourned until 7 October for mention.

  1. Reportednot reported
  2. Arrestednot reported
  3. Chargednot reported
  4. In court27 Sep
  5. Verdict
  6. Sentenced
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Key facts

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8 statements extracted from the articles
  • whatHe was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol. (longfordleader.ie)
  • whereHe was driving on Mostrim Road, Ballymahon, when arrested. (longfordleader.ie)
  • whenHe was arrested on 27 May 2025. (longfordleader.ie)
  • investigationHe was arrested by Garda Edward J Flanagan of Ballymahon Garda Station. (longfordleader.ie)
  • chargeThe offence is under the Road Traffic Act 2010. (longfordleader.ie)
  • courtHe appeared at Longford District Court with an interpreter. (longfordleader.ie)
  • courtThe matter was adjourned until 7 October for mention. (longfordleader.ie)
  • otherHis address is Keelbawn, Ballymahon. (longfordleader.ie)

The reporting

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  1. 27 Sep2025
    In courtlongfordleader.ie, first report
    Polish national living in Longford arrested on suspicion of drunk driving

    Court appearance and adjournment to 7 October for mention.

    accused, Sylwester Bodziony, 47, male, Polish, named, non-irishSylwester Bodziony