Boy accused of ‘trashing’ grandparents’ home

A JUDGE has refused to grant bail to a 16-year-old boy who allegedly stole his grandparents’ car and “trashed” their home, leaving them terrified he might return.

The teenager is accused of criminal damage “to five internal bedroom doors and nine wardrobes” and theft of their car.

He allegedly caused about €1,200 worth of damages in the incident on July 21, the Dublin Children’s Court has heard.