Ex-rugby international Brendan Mullin sentenced to three years for bank theft

Former rugby international Brendan Mullin has been sentenced to three years in prison for stealing over €570,000 from Bank of Ireland Private Bank while he was CEO. The theft occurred between 2011 and 2013. Mullin was found guilty of dishonestly arranging payments to solicitors and accountants for personal work. He also transferred €500,000 to a company he brought to the bank, Spice Holdings, during a communication breakdown within the bank. The judge noted Mullin's position of trust and the absence of a clear motive for his actions. While Mullin expressed remorse, the judge emphasized that a prison sentence was necessary. He was acquitted of other charges related to smaller amounts.