'I am old and stupid' says man before Naas District Court today for trying to steal a towel

A man wept before Naas District Court today facing charges for stealing a towel.

The 61-year-old man faced charges for the theft of a towel to the value of €10.99 from TK Maxx, Newbridge, on May 22, 2017.

Garda evidence outlined that the man attempted to leave with a bathroom towel.

The court heard that he had no previous convictions.

Defence Solicitor, David Powderly said: "He is genuinely sorry."

In court, the accused said: "I am old and stupid. I am losing my memory. Sometimes I can't manage normal life on my own."

The court heard how the accused left his native Poland some years ago in search of employment but had been dismissed when he began to have memory problems.

Judge Desmond Zaidan struck the charges out.