Gavin Hennessy jailed for gun possession in Dublin

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Gavin Hennessy was jailed for three years for possessing a revolver and ammunition at Dublin Circuit Criminal Court, reported on 22 April 2015. The gun and 20 rounds of ammunition were found in his car on the N7 at Kill, County Kildare, after he drove from Limerick. Hennessy had pleaded guilty and said he expected €500 towards gambling debts. Judge Martin Nolan said he had been used, but understood the risks, and imposed a custodial sentence. The court also heard that Hennessy had one previous conviction, for speeding.