Garda on trial over deception and corruption dramatically changes plea in court

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Garda on trial over deception and corruption dramatically changes plea in court
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Joseph Doyle, 39, of Kilcock, Co Kildare asked through his defence counsel Kathleen Leader, SC, to be re-arraigned in front of the jury and presiding Judge John Martin.

A serving Garda on trial charged in connection with 89 offences of deception, corruption and money laundering has dramatically changed his plea on Day 3 of his trial at Trim Circuit Court.

Joseph Doyle, 39, of Kilcock, Co Kildare, asked through his defence counsel Kathleen Leader, SC, to be re-arraigned in front of the jury and presiding Judge John Martin. He entered guilty pleas to 29 deception and corruption charges between 2018 and 2020 out of the 89 original charges.READ MORE: Assault case against former county footballer in pub row with club team manager dismissed

He has admitted to deception and corruption where he made a number of PSV holders pay for free brake tests, and to pay for free Article 60 licences, while he was Acting PSV Inspector for Co Meath.Join the Irish Mirror’s breaking news service on WhatsApp. Click this link to receive breaking news and the latest headlines direct to your phone. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners.

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