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Case No. 23187Theft and false statement · Co. Laois · 4 Nov 2024

Woman accused of stealing money and making false statement to Laois Gardaí

Rachel Anne O'Keeffe, 46, of Corbally, Abbeyleix, appeared at Portlaoise District Court on 15 October 2026, accused of stealing sums of €1,500, €750 and €510 at Corbally Savings Club between November 2024 and November 2025, and making a false report at Abbeyleix Garda Station on 19 November 2025. The DPP directed prosecution on indictment at circuit court, and Judge Tom MacSharry adjourned the case to 7 December for a book of evidence.

  1. Reportednot reported
  2. Arrestednot reported
  3. Chargednot reported
  4. In court15 Oct
  5. Verdict
  6. Sentenced
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Key facts

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  • whatShe is accused of stealing sums of €1,500, €750 and €510 at Corbally Savings Club. (leinsterexpress.ie)
  • whatShe is accused of making a false report at Abbeyleix Garda Station on November 19, 2025. (leinsterexpress.ie)
  • whenThe thefts occurred between November 4, 2024 and November 15, 2025. (leinsterexpress.ie)
  • courtThe DPP directed prosecution on indictment at the higher circuit court. (leinsterexpress.ie)
  • courtThere was consent to the case going forward to the circuit court on a signed plea. (leinsterexpress.ie)
  • courtJudge Tom MacSharry granted legal aid, ordered disclosure and adjourned the case to Portlaoise District Court on December 7 for a book of evidence. (leinsterexpress.ie)
  • otherThe accused earned €587 per week and had outgoings of €300. (leinsterexpress.ie)

The reporting

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  1. 15 Oct2026
    In courtleinsterexpress.ie, first report
    Allegedly stole money and made false statement to Laois Gardaí

    First court appearance; DPP directed prosecution on indictment at circuit court; legal aid granted; case adjourned to 7 December for a book of evidence.

    accused, Rachel Anne O'Keeffe, 46, female, named, irish (judged from name)Rachel Anne O'Keeffe