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Dublin man jailed for "vengeance" burglary on former home of doorman

Summary

In a Dublin Circuit Criminal Court hearing on 28 January 2015, Jason Kirwan, aged 28, was sentenced to three years' imprisonment for his role in a burglary at Buttercup Park, Darndale, on 3 October 2011. Garda Kevin Hinde presented evidence that Kirwan was linked to the break‑in through blood drops found on the stairs, after four men had smashed a door to gain entry. The men had previously threatened a doorman who had asked people to leave a pub, claiming they knew where he lived. The burglary involved the theft of military uniforms belonging to Corporal Michael O'Shea. Kirwan's 80 prior convictions included 72 road‑traffic offences, one robbery and a drug‑dealing conviction. The judge noted the burglars appeared to be seeking vengeance against the doorman, who was believed to be living at the former residence. The court imposed a three‑year sentence, reflecting the seriousness of the offence and Kirwan's extensive criminal record. Jason Kirwan pleaded guilty.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: Dublin man jailed for "vengeance" burglary on former home of doorman. Charges or matters: burglary at Buttercup Park, Darndale, Dublin on October 3, 2011. Procedural stage: sentence

When:

• October 3, 2011 Incident
• 2015-01-28 Publication

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Topics

Burglary Drugs Stage Sentence Theft

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