Further claims made against alleged pyramid scheme operator

TWO more claims have been brought against alleged pyramid scheme operator Breifne O’Brien for the repayment of monies given to him to invest.

The latest claims, totalling almost €1 million, will increase to more than €14m the sums sought from the businessman.

Mr Justice Peter Kelly was told yesterday by Alan Doherty for several claimants, that two other creditors of O’Brien have issued proceedings following the judge’s indication last week that anyone else with claims should move speedily. Mr Justice Kelly had already granted orders against O’Brien directing him to repay some €13m.