Limerick man charged over pharmacy burglary
The accused was remanded in custody
A MAN has appeared in Limerick District Court this Friday charged in connection with a burglary at a pharmacy in the early hours of Thursday morning.
Evidence of arrest, charge and caution of Luke Barrett, aged 24, of Stoneville, Rathkeale was given to Judge Patricia Harney by way of schedule. He is charged with committing a burglary at O’Sullivan’s Pharmacy, Rathkeale on Thursday, July 18.
Michael O’Donnell, solicitor for Mr Barrett, said there was "nothing arising".
Sergeant Aisling O’Neill, prosecuting, said it was a new matter and DPP’s directions are awaited.
Mr O’Donnell said he was making no bail application, on behalf of his client, at this time.
Mr Barrett’s address of Stoneville, Rathkeale was read out to the court and was confirmed by Detective Sergeant Michael Reidy.
Judge Harney granted Mr Barrett free legal aid and remanded him in custody.
Mr Barrett, who was wearing a black sweatshirt and tracksuit bottoms, is to appear, via video link, in Limerick District Court on July 23.