His wife, Joanne O’Brien (39), stole a total of €900 from one of the women on two occasions. Gerry O’Brien told the women various stories to convince them to hand over money in the form of cheques and cash. Joanne O’Brien, pleaded guilty to two counts of theft from the first complainant on December 23rd, 2017 and July 12th, 2018. She also gave Joanne O’Brien money on two occasions when she called to the house. Seoirse Ó Dunlaing BL, defending Gerry O’Brien, said his client was extremely remorseful for his actions.

Source: The Irish Times May 17, 2021 12:11 UTC