Man charged with woman's manslaughter

A 43-YEAR-OLD man who was accused of the unlawful killing of Jean Scanlon at her home in Cork City said “I’m sorry” when he was charged.

Edward McKenna was charged with the manslaughter of Ms Scanlon at 33 Roches Buildings between January 2 and 3.

Detective Sergeant John Quilter, who arrested McKenna, objected to bail being granted to McKenna who had been living at 33 Roches Buildings for the past three months.