Bail for Louth man on money laundering and drugs charges

By Francis Carroll, The Drogheda Independent

A 31-year-old man accused of drug dealing and money laundering has been remanded on bail when he appeared before Dundalk Court.

Dylan Kearney, Moneymore, Drogheda, is charged with, in or about December 2024 and January 4, 2025, at an apartment at Ferrard Court, The Twenties, Drogheda, unlawful possession and possession for sale or supply of cocaine with an alleged value of €16,000.

He is further accused of, on January 4, 2025, at the same location, money laundering of €1,900 cash in mixed denominations; and of, on dates in or about November, 2024, at a location within the State, three counts of money laundering in respect of money credited and or debited from Revolut accounts in the names of three other people.

Gda John Walsh gave evidence of arresting the defendant on July 1 for the purpose of charge and said that he made no reply after caution.

Court presenter Sgt Laura Blanche said that there was a likelihood of further charges.

Mr Kearney was remanded to appear at Drogheda Court on October 3 for DPP directions on €3,000 cash bail with an independent surety of €5,000.

He must reside at a named address which is different to that on the charge sheets, sign on at Drogheda Garda Station every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, surrender his passport, have no contact with named individuals and be contactable by phone.

Judge Nicola Andrews had asked why a curfew was not sought.

Solicitor Conor MacGuill said that his client worked throughout the country as a tarmacer.

He added that he would be making an application to the court in due course in respect of a week’s holiday Mr Kearney has booked in August.