Trial date for garda accused of possessing child pornography

A trial date has been set for a Dublin-based garda in relation to allegations of possessing child pornography.

Garda Joe O’Connor, aged 53, was accused of possessing more than 650 images of child porn following a search of his home in west Dublin by detectives three years ago.

Judge Mary Ellen Ring, at Dublin Circuit Criminal Court, set a trial date for July 22. Gda O’Connor is also bailed to appear for a pre-trial hearing on June 5.