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Trusted money mule for gang was 'stooge for others', defence suggest

Summary

Dorothy Roe, 37, pleaded guilty to possession of proceeds of crime after authorities found €42,430 in cash in her car. She kept ledgers at home and owned a Hyundai with a concealed compartment, though she had no expertise to install it. Defence argued she acted as a "stooge" for others, motivated by a brother's drug debt and her own addiction. Gardaí had surveilled her following confidential tips, noting her visits to properties in Lucan and Clondalkin and a stop at Bluebell where the cash was seized. Roe admitted possession, expressed remorse, and cooperated. She has no prior convictions for this type of offence, receives social welfare, and is a carer for her son and mother. The case was adjourned to July 8 for a probation report.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: Trusted money mule for gang was 'stooge for others', defence suggest. Charges or matters: one count of possession of the proceeds of crime on May 5, 2022. Procedural stage: charge_or_pretrial

When:

• May 5, 2022 Incident
• January 2021 Incident
• July 8 Adjournment
• 2024-05-01 Publication

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Topics

Drugs Stage Charge Or Pretrial

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