Accused of burglary at Laois hotel


A man who was accused of burglary at a hotel has been ordered to stay out of Abbeyleix.
Patrick Kerry, 24, of 74 Cherry Grove, Portlaoise appeared in court charged with burglary of the Manor Hotel in Abbeyleix when alcohol valued at €210 and a set of keys were taken on February 25 last.
He is facing a further charge of assault causing harm at an address in Oakleaf Place, Portlaoise on September 10 last.
Judge Andrew Cody remanded the defendant on bail with conditions which included staying out of Abbeyleix and remaining of sober habits.
The man is due to appear before Portlaoise District Court again on March 16.
