Drink-driver and burglar who knocked down three men (one of whom lost a leg) withdraws appeal

A drink-driver who knocked down three elderly men with his car after a burglary spree has withdrawn an appeal against his eight-year sentence after being told his sentence could also be increased.

Michael Sheehan (29), of Cliona Park, Moyross, in Limerick, pleaded guilty to dangerous driving causing serious bodily harm to the gentlemen on their way home from regular pitch and putt in Co Clare on September 25, 2014.