Clare man accused of quick-fire crime spree refused bail

A MAN alleged to have carried out a burglary and four thefts over a 45-minute period in Ennis on Wednesday, has been refused bail. 

Nathan Egan (29), with an address at Sandfield Court, Ennis, appeared at Ennis district court this Thursday charged in connection with a series of offences at businesses in the town centre on October 12. 

Egan is charged with stealing various items from Haven Pharmacy, Abbey Street; Lifestyle sports, High Street, and Eurogiant, O’Connell Square.  He is also accused of stealing a racer bike valued at €1000 at the Friary car park. 

Egan is further charged with entering the Queens Hotel as a trespasser with intent to commit theft. 

Garda Joe Kearney told the court he arrested Egan on Abbey Street at 6.20pm on October 12. The court heard the accused was charged with five offences. 

Garda Kearney said the accused made no reply to any of the charges after caution. Solicitor Tara Godfrey applied for bail on her client’s behalf and her application was opposed by the State. 

Garda Kearney said it will be alleged that the accused carried out five offences over a 45-minute period in Ennis town centre on Wednesday. 

Ms Godfrey said all items allegedly stolen by her client had been recovered. She told the court her client is asking not to be remanded in custody as it would interrupt the medical treatment he is currently in receipt of. 

In sworn evidence, Nathan Egan said, “I’d sign on seven days a week if that’s what the court looks for.” 

Judge Mary Larkin said she was satisfied in all circumstances to refuse bail. She remanded Egan in custody to appear via video-link at Ennis district court on October 19.