Man given four-year sentence for making up to 560,000 from selling illegal streaming services as wife avoids prison

Cormac McGuckin, 38, was sentenced to four years in prison for fraudulently securing access to Sky Sports and BT Sports from January 2016 to June 2020. His offenses were described by the judge as being motivated by 'dishonesty.' In contrast, his wife, Maura McGuckin, received a suspended sentence for her role in the fraudulent scheme. The court emphasized the need for accountability in such dishonest practices that undermine legitimate businesses.

The judge expressed that these offenses not only reflect harmful intentions but also exploit vulnerabilities in business security measures, which can lead to significant fiscal losses. The ruling aims to serve a strong message to potential offenders about the legal consequences of engaging in fraudulent activities, particularly those targeting large corporations like Sky Sports and BT Sports.

Read at Irish Independent