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The case was heard at Longford District Court
A judge has requested a restorative justice report on a young woman who was caught in Longford with a haul of cocaine valued at nearly €2,000.
Lucia Nemeth (25) of Parnell Square, Athlone pleaded guilty to being in possession of drugs for sale or supply following a Garda search of her car at Park Road, Longford on March 11, 2024.
Sergeant Mark Mahon said Gardaí observed a suspicious vehicle in an area known for the sale and supply of drugs in the area at 7pm.
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Officers spoke to the driver, Ms Nemeth, who was acting suspiciously and she admitted there were drugs in the car and Gardai found the stash of cocaine valued at €1,948 and seized it.
Ms Nemeth had no previous convictions.
Solicitor Frank Gearty said his client had been in a social circle with people who were a bad influence on her, but she is no longer involved with them and she was paid €100 to do 'the errand'.
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The pharmaceutical technician is now sharing a house with her sister and her sister's friend.
Mr Gearty said his client is 'ashamed' and 'horrified' and cooperated with Gardai.
Judge Bernadette Owens directed a restorative justice report be compiled on the defendant and the case was adjourned until November 4, 2025.
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