Laois man in court in connection with organised crime investigation
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The organised crime investigation relates to the sale and distribution of drugs across Laois, Offaly, Kildare and Carlow.
A Laois man has appeared in court in connection with an organised crime investigation into the sale and distribution of drugs across Laois, Offaly, Kildare and Carlow.
Jake Deegan (32) of Slatt Lower, Wolfhill, Ballylinan is accused of conspiring with persons unknown to possess drugs for sale between February 16 and August 2, 2023. He is further charged with money laundering at a place unknown between April 1 and July 3, 2023 and with money laundering a sum of €24,015 in cash at Slatt Upper on August 1, 2023.
Detective Garda David Montgomery said he arrested the accused by appointment at Abbeyleix Garda Station. He said the defendant was cautioned on each charge and made no reply.
Det Montgomery said the directions were that the case was to proceed on indictment. In relation to one of the charges, Det Montgomery explained that bail could only be secured in the High Court. He requested a remand in custody to Cloverhill Prison.
Judge Susan Fay remanded the defendant in custody to appear before Portlaoise District Court on June 11. She noted there may be an application for bail in the High Court on Tuesday and said the defendant could appear by video link if he isn’t granted bail. She deferred legal aid in the case.