David Dunne sentenced to nine years for 13 robberies

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David Dunne was sentenced to nine years for 13 robberies at Dublin Circuit Criminal Court, reported on 21 June 2019, with the final year suspended.

The robberies took place in Dublin between 28 July and 5 September 2017, targeting convenience stores, fast-food restaurants and petrol stations. Staff were threatened with a knife, and more than €2,640 in cash and cigarettes was taken. Dunne pleaded guilty and had 92 previous convictions.

The sentence was imposed consecutively, with conditions including victim-focused work and residential drug treatment if directed.