Family angry over ‘misuse’ of dead man’s name

THE family of an outspoken local politician who died two years ago has criticised a local election candidate for using his name to win votes.

The family of former Cork city councillor, Con O’Connell, who died in 2007, said they are disgusted that one of his former canvassers, Thomas McIntyre, is using Con’s image and achievements as part of his own election campaign, without their blessing.

In a strongly worded statement issued last night, the O’Connell family said they are “appalled” at Mr McIntyre’s behaviour.