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Homeless man who caused criminal damage to homeless shelter is released on bail

Summary

Conor Clarke, 24, was released on bail after pleading guilty to burglary, theft and criminal damage at Tessa House, a homeless shelter in Dublin. He admitted breaking into the shelter on 21 November 2015, smashing a cash register and causing damage costing just over €2,600, including €2,122 for repairs and a €500 new register. Clarke, who has 47 prior convictions, was in custody since February and has undergone drug counselling in prison. Judge Melanie Greally adjourned finalisation to March 28, allowing Clarke to remain on bail for several months to see if he can maintain the progress he has made in prison, citing his recent fatherhood as motivation. The case will return to court for finalisation on 28 March.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: Homeless man who caused criminal damage to homeless shelter is released on bail. Charges or matters: burglary and theft at the Tallaght shelter and to causing criminal damage on November 21, 2015. Procedural stage: charge_or_pretrial

When:

• November 21, 2015 Adjournment
• March 28 Adjournment
• 2016-12-16 Publication

Case subjects

Places mentioned

Topics

Burglary Drugs Stage Charge Or Pretrial Theft

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