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Man (60) avoids jail over 'classic invoice redirection fraud'

Summary

In a Dublin Circuit Criminal Court hearing, 60‑year‑old Andrew Edward avoided jail for his role in a "classic invoice redirection fraud." Edward, of Dun Saithne Court, Balbriggan, had allowed an ex‑colleague to use his bank account, believing the colleague trustworthy. He pleaded guilty to money laundering on 4 March 2021 and had seven prior traffic convictions. Garda Barry Griffin reported €19,095 was transferred into Edward's account, flagged as suspicious, with €17,625 recovered; about €1,500 was withdrawn and not recovered. Edward admitted to permitting the use of his account and keeping €200 for himself. Rebecca Smith BL defended him as a married family man with medical issues, noting his remorse and cooperation. Judge Martin Nolan described the case as a reckless invoice redirection fraud, imposed a nine‑month sentence, and suspended it in full on strict conditions.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: Man (60) avoids jail over 'classic invoice redirection fraud'. Charges or matters: money laundering within the State on March 4, 2021. Procedural stage: sentence

When:

• March 4, 2021 Hearing Or Sentence
• 2023-03-13 Publication

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Fraud Stage Sentence

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