'Something of a divine nature' needed to change Cork burglar's ways, says judge

Judge Colm Roberts said: "His record is appalling and his age is very worrying."

Judge Colm Roberts imposed a nine-month sentence on David Cronin for his latest crimes. Picture: Larry Cummins

A miracle will be required for a 58-year-old man with a lifetime of burglary and theft convictions to change his ways, a sentencing judge said.

Judge Colm Roberts imposed a nine-month sentence on David Cronin for his latest crimes. The judge said at Cork District Court: “His record is appalling and his age is very worrying.