Corporal Richard Kearney from Clondalkin was implicated in a substantial money laundering scheme amounting to over €6.6 million connected with drug trafficking. In Dublin Circuit Criminal Court, he admitted to having €25,000 on May 6, 2022, with awareness or recklessness regarding its criminal proceeds. This incident marks a significant breach of conduct for a member of the armed forces, who previously had no criminal history. The implications of a serving member’s involvement in crime raise serious concerns regarding integrity and security in the defense forces.
Richard Kearney (36), a corporal in the Irish Defence Forces, admitted to being involved in a money laundering operation involving over €6.6 million linked to drug dealers.
Kearney pleaded guilty to possessing €25,000 while knowing or being reckless about its origins from criminal activities, with no prior criminal record found.
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