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Garda Cathal Slattery explained that he met the accused men before the court and served them with the book of evidence
Two young men charged in connection with an alleged incident of violent disorder were served with the book of evidence at Longford District Court last week.
Denis Hannifin (22) and Jim Hannifin (18) both of Curry, Athlone Road, Longford face a charge that on June 11, 2024 they did commit violent disorder.
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Sergeant Enda Daly said that the Director of Public Prosecutions decided the case should proceed to Longford Circuit Court.
Garda Cathal Slattery explained that he met the accused men before the court and served them with the book of evidence.
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Solicitor Michelle Reynolds requested free legal aid and one senior and junior counsel and Judge Bernadette Owens approved the application.
The case was then sent forward to this week's sitting of Longford Circuit Court.
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