'Prolific car thief' jailed for Cork crime spree

Noting that the accused had been given suspended sentences for his 102 previous convictions, the judge said: “He does not seem to be learning.”

His previous convictions included 23 counts of theft, 40 of causing criminal damage, nine for stealing cars and 11 for breaking into cars. File photo: iStock

A crime spree of breaking into cars in areas of Cork City — including Bishopstown, Wilton and Frankfield — has resulted in a man being jailed for 18 months.

Judge Olann Kelleher sentenced Jason Kenny at Cork District Court.