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Security guard described himself as "moron" after drugs bust

Summary

Joseph Moore, a 30‑year‑old supermarket security guard, faces jail after a planned search of his father's house uncovered nearly €10,000 worth of drugs. Gardaí found €7,735 of cocaine and €2,142 of cannabis herb, along with a digital weighing scale and street‑deal baggies. Moore told officers the drugs were for his own use, but he later pleaded guilty to possession for sale or supply. His defence lawyer, Dean Kelly BL, noted that Moore described himself as a "moron" and that his father, a retired civil servant now taxi driver, was disgusted yet supportive. Moore also had a €70,000 debt in unpaid motorway tolls, settled by his father for €6,700. The case is set for sentencing on 18 July.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: Security guard described himself as "moron" after drugs bust. Charges or matters: possession of the drugs for sale or supply at Clonshaugh Drive on October 5, 2015; drug dealing. Procedural stage: hearing_or_decision

When:

• October 5, 2015 Incident
• July 18 Adjournment
• 2017-05-18 Publication

Why: Counsel said he couldn't believe this figure himself but investigated it and found that unpaid tolls could become multiples because of charges. CNI source report

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Drugs Stage Hearing Or Decision

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