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Hurling star jailed for fake cancer claims

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Former Kilkenny hurler DJ Carey has been sentenced to five-and-a-half years in prison.

The 54-year-old, who previously resided at Newtown, Maynooth, County Kildare, pleaded guilty in July to 10 charges related to defrauding people out of money while pretending to have cancer.

A five-time All-Ireland winner and multiple All-Star, Carey is one of the most decorated and acclaimed hurlers to ever play the sport.

The sentencing had been adjourned last week after the court was told he was in hospital.

A judge told the court he could not imagine a more reprehensible fraud.

He said Carey had exploited people’s good nature, Irish broadcaster RTÉ has reported.

More to follow.


BBC News

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