Two people have appeared in court charged in connection with a string of thefts in Tralee.
21-year-old James McDonagh and 22-year-old Margaret McDonagh, with an address of 31 Forge Park, Oakpark, Tralee appeared in Listowel District Court this morning.
The pair were arrested yesterday following searches by Gardaí as part of Operation Táirge.
James McDonagh and Margaret McDonagh are charged with violent disorder and assault, relating to an incident at Jack Foleys Bar, Abbeyfeale on July 2nd 2023.
They were also before the court charged in connection with a string of thefts In Tralee between August 24th 2024 and February 19th 2025, including from Shaws, CH Chemist, and Harvey Normans in Manor West.
The two defendants were represented by Killarney solicitor Pádraig O’Connell, who applied for bail for both accused.
They were granted bail subject to conditions, including that they stay away from Tralee except for signing on at the garda station.
The two accused must also obey a curfew.
Judge David Waters told the court that if any condition is breached, bail will be revoked. Mr O'Connell responded that his clients are entitled to their innocence and due process, which the judge agreed with.
Judge Waters told the court he’s likely to refuse jurisdiction, meaning the matter would be dealt with in a higher court.
The pair were remanded on bail and the case was adjourned for DPP directions to March 19th in Tralee District Court.
