Zachary Purcell jailed for two burglaries, including Dean’s residence

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Zachary Purcell was sentenced by Judge Orla Crowe at Dublin Circuit Criminal Court to four and a half years for two burglaries, with the final 12 months suspended on conditions. The offences involved the Christ Church Deanery on July 23, 2022, and the Morgan Hotel on July 9, 2022.

Purcell pleaded guilty to both burglaries. The report said he had a long history of drug addiction but had rehabilitated and was methadone-free. The proceedings were reported on May 21, 2025.