Man to face trial for discharging firearm

The DPP directed yesterday that a judge and jury will hear the case against a Cork man charged with discharging a firearm arising out of the investigation of a young woman being shot in the neck.

Gavin Sheehan, aged 29, of 7 Laurel Ridge, Shanakiel, Cork, appeared in Cork District Court by video link from prison yesterday.

Inspector Fergal Foley said the accused was facing three charges and that the DPP had directed trial on indictment on those charges.

Judge Leo Malone remanded Sheehan in custody to appear in court again on August 10, when it is anticipated he will be further remanded.

Insp Foley said three further charges would be brought against Mr Sheehan in the case on August 10.

Mr Sheehan was represented in court yesterday by counsel Sian Langley.