Man’s US extradition over terror refused

The High Court has refused to order the extradition of an Algerian-born Irish citizen who is wanted in the US on alleged terrorism-related offences.

Man’s US  extradition over terror refused

High Court judge Ms Justice Aileen Donnelly yesterday refused the State’s application for the extradition of Ali Charaf Damache at the request of the US.

Ms Justice Donnelly said the DPP had abdicated responsibility to consider the proper forum for prosecution however she would not quash the DPP’s decision in that regard unless the State successfully appeals her refusal to extradite him.

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