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Brothers Charged with Multiple Counts of Money Laundering

Two Dublin businessmen, James Mansfield and Patrick Mansfield, appeared in court on January 29, 2026, facing multiple charges related⁣ to ⁣alleged financial crimes committed in 2013 and ⁣2014.

mansfield Brothers’ Charges

James Mansfield, 59, and⁢ his brother Patrick,‍ 49, both of Saggart, Dublin, are accused of money laundering offenses ‍totaling over €544,000. patrick Mansfield faces additional charges of company fraud.

Money Laundering Allegations

James Mansfield is charged with 25 counts of money⁢ laundering involving over €192,000. Patrick Mansfield is ⁢charged with 25 money laundering offenses and eight⁤ counts of ⁣company fraud, with the total sum related to the charges exceeding ⁤€352,000.

Court⁤ Proceedings and Bail

Both men were remanded on bail, with each providing a €10,000 bond. Patrick Mansfield was ordered⁣ to‍ surrender his passport and refrain from applying for ⁢new travel documents.James mansfield must provide 11 days’ notice to authorities before any travel.

Next Court Date

The brothers are scheduled to appear again at Blanchardstown District Court on April⁣ 28, 2026, for the service of the book of evidence.

Arrest Details

Patrick Mansfield was arrested on the main street in Blanchardstown at 8:30 am ⁤and made no reply when charged. James Mansfield was arrested at ⁢Lucan ⁤Garda Station⁣ at ‍9:00 am and also made no reply to the charges.