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Accountancy conman rumbled after Crimecall appeal gets suspended sentence

Summary

Patrick Quinn, a recidivist conman with 49 previous convictions, received a fully suspended 18-month sentence for deceiving a recruitment firm by taking €1,100 for accountancy work he never completed. Quinn, who was found five years after the crime through a Crimecall appeal, pleaded guilty to one count of deception. The court heard that Quinn, a chronic gambler, had misrepresented his qualifications and failed to complete the work, leading to the firm's strike-off. Despite his extensive criminal history, Quinn has been in recovery and attended Gamblers Anonymous. The judge acknowledged the seriousness of the offense but noted Quinn's efforts to lead a prosocial life and ordered the €1,100 to be returned to the victim. The suspended sentence reflects the judge's consideration of Quinn's rehabilitation and the impact of the crime on the victim's business.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: Accountancy conman rumbled after Crimecall appeal gets suspended sentence. Charges or matters: one count of deception on dates between May 14 and May 21, 2018. Procedural stage: appeal

When:

• May 14 Hearing Or Sentence
• May 21, 2018 Hearing Or Sentence
• February 2018 Hearing Or Sentence
• 2025-11-19 Publication

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Topics

Fraud Stage Appeal

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