Man released for Christmas after breaching court order

A Dublin man who was found in contempt of court having breached a court order not to attend the murder trial of Brian Rattigan was released from custody to spend Christmas with his partner having spent the past ten years in prison at the Central Criminal Court today.

Jeremy Cooper (aged 40) , Kilcronan Avenue, Clondalkin was ordered by Mr Justice George Birmingham not to attend the murder trial of Brian Rattigan after his constant presence in court was noted by Det Sgt Joe O’Hara and it was suggested his presence was intimidating to witnesses.