Man accused of stealing a wallet and cash in Portlaoise

A man appeared in court accused of stealing a wallet containing cash and cards in Portlaoise.

Gerard McInerney (47) of 5 Shannon Road, Mountrath, is accused of stealing a brown wallet containing €605 cash and cards at Gala, Abbeyleix Road, Portlaoise on April 7, 2025.

Garda Sergeant JJ Kirby said “the allegation is he took cash and a wallet” on the date in question.

Judge Catherine Ryan said she would accept jurisdiction in the case.

Solicitor Philip Meagher requested disclosure including any CCTV of the incident, if available. He said his client was on disability and he requested legal aid.

Judge Catherine Ryan ordered disclosure, granted legal aid and adjourned the case back to Portlaoise District Court on September 21.