Man extradited back to Ireland from Romania accused of stealing car

Constantine Asimionesei was brought back from Romania on Friday to face trial on charges under the Theft & Fraud Act

It follows an investigation by the Garda Stolen Motor Vehicle Investigating Unit.

A businessman has been extradited back to Ireland on charges of stealing a car, possessing stolen vehicles and motor parts, and unlawfully having an electronic "relay" gadget for use in a theft.

Constantine Asimionesei, 33, formerly of Holland's Park, Athy, Co Kildare, now living in Lucan, Co Dublin, was brought back from Romania on Friday to face trial on charges under the Theft & Fraud Act.