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Criminal crashed stolen BMW while "out of his mind" on drugs
Summary
Jonathan Conway, 35, a disqualified driver with 112 convictions, stole a BMW after its owner mistakenly left the keys inside. While driving under the influence of heroin, alcohol and tablets, Conway lost control at a roundabout, briefly became airborne, and crashed into a lamp‑post and the wall of The Graduate pub. Two female passengers sustained minor injuries. Conway, who had no valid licence or insurance, pleaded guilty to taking possession of the car, dangerous driving, driving without insurance and refusing a sample. The court adjourned sentencing to May, ordered a urine analysis, and will hear a plea in mitigation. Conway was taken to St Vincent's Hospital where he refused to provide a blood or urine sample. The case highlights the ongoing legal proceedings and the court's consideration of mitigation arguments.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Criminal crashed stolen BMW while "out of his mind" on drugs. Charges or matters: taking possession of car without the consent of the owner, dangerous driving, driving without insurance and refusing to give a sample at locations in south county Dublin on July 1, 2016. Procedural stage: hearing_or_decision
When:
- July 1, 2016 Adjournment
- 2017-02-02 Publication
Why: The court heard "Housing First" was set up by the Peter McVerry Trust in order to support rough sleepers to move to permanent accommodation and provide them with appropriate supports there. Court evidence reported by CNI
Case subjects
Defendant
Charges: taking possession of car without the consent of the owner, dangerous driving, driving without insurance and refusing to give a sample at locations in south county Dublin on July 1, 2016 (Admitted)
Plea: Guilty
Outcome: Judge Melanie Greally adjourned sentencing until May to allow further reports to be prepared and ordered Conway to undergo urine analysis.
Places mentioned
- Delhurst Avenue
- Blanchardstown
- Dublin
- Morningstar Avenue
- Dublin
- Dublin Circuit Criminal Court
- Haven House
- St Vincent's Hospital
Topics
Drugs Road Traffic Stage Hearing Or Decision Theft
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