US national sues bank, gardaí and State over frozen Irish funds

THE High Court has reserved judgment on proceedings brought by a US national, who is based in Dublin, after gardaí directed Bank of Ireland to “freeze” $100,000 (€77,000) in an account here.

US national sues bank, gardaí and State over frozen Irish funds

Robert Burns, a chiropractor with an address at Lower Camden Street, Dublin, whom the court was told is suspected of involvement in an alleged $1.9 million (€1.4m) healthcare fraud in America, is seeking access to the frozen monies and damages.

The Supreme Court has in separate proceedings refused to order Mr Burns’s extradition to the US.

Already a subscriber? Sign in

You have reached your article limit.

Unlimited access. Half the price.

Annual €120 €60

Best value

Monthly €10€5 / month

More in this section

Lunchtime News

Newsletter

Keep up with stories of the day with our lunchtime news wrap and important breaking news alerts.

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited