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Father-of-six pressurised into holding drugs after failure to repay Christmas loan

Summary

In a Dublin Circuit Criminal Court hearing, Declan Henry, a 37‑year‑old father of six, pleaded guilty to possession of cannabis for sale or supply after a search of his Brookview Close home uncovered bags worth €39,900. Henry, who had no prior convictions, explained to the Gardaí that he had borrowed money at Christmas and was unable to repay the loan, so he held the drugs to settle the debt. He denied profiting from the cannabis and did not name anyone else involved. The prosecution, represented by Garret Baker BL, noted the Gardaí's search was based on information that cannabis was present. The defence, led by Sandra Frayne BL, highlighted Henry's family responsibilities and a "very difficult background." Judge Karen O'Connor adjourned sentencing to 25 October for finalisation.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: Father-of-six pressurised into holding drugs after failure to repay Christmas loan. Charges or matters: possession of the drugs for sale or supply at Brookview Close on June 8, 2016. Procedural stage: hearing_or_decision

When:

• June 8, 2016 Incident
• October 25th Adjournment
• Christmas Other
• 2017-10-12 Publication

Case subjects

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Topics

Drugs Stage Hearing Or Decision

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