Galway defendant may face further charges
Daniel Farrell, with an address at 15 the Gables, St Brigid's Road, Portumna, appeared before Galway District Court last week, facing a single charge contrary to Section 12 of the Theft and Fraud Offences Act.
The charge alleges that on February 2, 2026, Farrell entered a property at Greenview Heights, Newcastle as a trespasser and committed assault and criminal damage.
Sergeant Damien Prendergast told the court the case is a ‘complex matter’ and directions from the Director of Public Prosecutions remain outstanding.
Sgt Prendergast said that he understands further, more serious, charges are being contemplated.
In reply to a question from Judge John King, the sergeant said the Garda file is not yet with the DPP – but he said it was at the latter stages of completion.
Judge King adjourned the case to May 11 for DPP's directions.
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