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Youth jailed for dangerous driving has 10 previous road traffic convictions despite not having license
Summary
Troy Beirnes, 21, was jailed for two years after a dangerous driving incident during a Garda pursuit that caused a collision with a Fiat Punto carrying newly-arrived tourists. Beirnes, who does not yet hold a driving licence, had 20 previous convictions, including 10 for road traffic offences. He pleaded guilty to endangerment, dangerous driving and unlawful use of a car. Judge Melanie Greally imposed a four‑year sentence, suspended the final two years, and disqualified him from driving for five years, effective upon licence acquisition. The pursuit began when Garda Stephen Moloney chased a white Subaru on Nangor Road; Beirnes drove over speed limits, used the bus lane, broke red lights and collided with the Fiat at Newlands Cross. Both vehicles were written off and the tourists were treated for injuries. Beirnes is currently doing his driver theory test while in custody. The court noted his remorse and his desire to improve his circumstances.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Youth jailed for dangerous driving has 10 previous road traffic convictions despite not having license. Charges or matters: endangerment, dangerous driving, and unlawful use of a car at various locations in Co Dublin on March 28, 2015. Procedural stage: sentence
When:
- March 28, 2015 Hearing Or Sentence
- 2017-01-20 Publication
Case subjects
Defendant
Charges: endangerment, dangerous driving, and unlawful use of a car at various locations in Co Dublin on March 28, 2015 (Admitted)
Plea: Guilty
Outcome: She imposed a four year sentence and suspended the final two years.
Places mentioned
- St Ronans Way
- Dublin
- Dublin
- Subaru estate
- Nangor Road
- In Dublin Circuit Criminal Court
- Dublin
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