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Case No. 12770Obstruction of gardaí · Co. Laois · 6 Aug 2025

Teen accused of obstructing gardaí in Portlaoise

Rico Donoghue, 18, of Esker Hills, Portlaoise, appeared at Portlaoise District Court accused of obstructing gardaí and related public order offences at Esker Hills on 6 August 2025. The judge granted legal aid and adjourned the case to 22 September.

  1. Reportednot reported
  2. Arrestednot reported
  3. Chargednot reported
  4. In court5 Sep
  5. Verdict
  6. Sentenced
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Key facts

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9 statements extracted from the articles
  • whatA teenager appeared in court accused of obstructing gardaí and refusing to give his name and address. (leinsterexpress.ie)
  • whereThe alleged offences took place at Esker Hills, Portlaoise. (leinsterexpress.ie)
  • whenThe alleged offences took place on 6 August 2025. (leinsterexpress.ie)
  • chargeHe is accused of threatening and abusive behaviour, failing to comply with garda directions, refusing to give his name and obstructing gardaí. (leinsterexpress.ie)
  • courtThe case was called before Portlaoise District Court. (leinsterexpress.ie)
  • courtHis solicitor was given details of the allegations and said he would consider the document. (leinsterexpress.ie)
  • courtThe solicitor asked for disclosure and a date for either a plea or a hearing. (leinsterexpress.ie)
  • courtJudge Catherine Hayden granted legal aid and adjourned the case to 22 September. (leinsterexpress.ie)
  • otherHe is living with his parents and not working, and applied for legal aid. (leinsterexpress.ie)

The reporting

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  1. 5 Sep2025
    In courtleinsterexpress.ie, first report
    Teen accused of obstructing gardaí in Portlaoise

    First report of the case: charges, court appearance, legal aid grant and adjournment to 22 September.

    accused, Rico Donoghue, 18, male, named, irish (judged from name)Rico Donoghue