By Fiona FergusonA robber attempting to feed his drug addiction who used implements such as an imitation firearm, knives and a wheel-brace to “terrify” his victims has been jailed for six years. When arrested in relation to one of the robberies Bollard was searched at a garda station and €270 of cocaine was found concealed in a plastic bag hidden behind his scrotum. Judge Martin Nolan noted Bollard had used an imitation firearm, knives and a wheel-brace during the robberies to “terrify” the people he encountered. Ms Smith said he had used his time in custody in Scotland well in terms of his rehabilitation. Ms Smith handed in a psychological report outlining Bollard's family history and personal circumstances.

Source: Irish Examiner May 11, 2018 16:41 UTC