Irish TikTok Creator Alex Nolan Admits to Multiple Fraud Charges Over Counterfeit €50 Notes
Irish TikTok creator Alex Nolan has admitted to multiple fraud charges after being caught using counterfeit €50 notes at a SuperValu supermarket. The influencer, who has nearly 53,000 followers on TikTok, is known for his comedy and lifestyle videos.
According to court reports, Nolan attempted to use the fake bills three separate times. Each time, he purchased a low-cost drink worth around €2.30 and received over €45 in real change. However, after the third attempt, supermarket staff noticed the pattern and reviewed CCTV footage, quickly uncovering the scam.
Nolan appeared before the court earlier this month and pleaded guilty to several offences under the Theft and Fraud Offences Act. The case has been adjourned until January of next year.
**“Every Action Has a Reaction”: Alex Nolan Posts Apology Video**
Following news of his guilty plea, Nolan shared a heartfelt video on his TikTok account on October 8, 2025. In the clip, he addressed his followers directly and explained why he decided to speak out.
“I didn’t know whether to make a video or address anything in the last 24 hours, ’cause I didn’t really know how to handle it or take it,” he began. “But yes, a year and a half ago, I made a huge mistake. Yes, I hold my hands up to the mistake, for every action has a reaction.”
He went on to say that he wanted to discuss the situation because he has “a lot of young followers” and felt responsible for setting a positive example.
“I’m not making any excuses for myself or justifying anything that I’ve done. Because what I done was wrong,” Nolan continued. “I was in a confusing phase of life, not really knowing what to do or how to handle myself. And I obviously made a huge mistake that I am facing the consequences for now.”
Nolan also emphasized that he has changed since the incident. “But what I do say to the people who do look up to me, it’s what you do after you make the mistakes, how you hold yourself. I opted a bad way out and I done a complete 180 since then,” he said. “I feel like doing what I’ve done isn’t right. And I don’t agree with any of it.”
On TikTok, Nolan wrote:
*“Hope my silly mistakes in the past can help young lads realise that in hard times don’t opt for ‘easy money’ or stupid mistakes. I take full responsibility for my actions and always will. It’s about what you do to better yourself after making these silly mistakes, and my content and everyone that knows me knows I put 110% effort every day to better myself and to spread positivity. Thank you to everyone sending me kind messages, I do appreciate it ❤️”*
**Social Media Reactions**
The comments section on Nolan’s TikTok was filled with a mix of jokes about being in a “money-making business,” but many people also expressed support.
One user wrote, “He’s a young lad who made a mistake. No one got hurt, he didn’t harm anyone. He’s not a terrible human. Keep your head up man, you’ll be grand.”
Another TikToker commented, “Well said. Done a complete switch around from that time in your life, brother. ❤”
A third person added, “You didn’t just do a 180, you done a 360 & turned it all around & you’ve held it all together. I don’t know you personally but so proud of your growth 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻.”
Despite the chaotic nature of the internet, stories like Nolan’s serve as reminders of personal accountability and growth.
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