Man remanded in custody as gardaí in Cork investigate his identity

Judge Olann Kelleher said he would adjourn the case until October 2, with the accused to appear again at Cork District Court by video link from prison on that date. Picture: iStock

Gardaí are investigating the identity of a man who was remanded in custody for a further week today to allow this investigation to proceed.

Named as Tchotchou Samo, he appeared by video link from prison at Cork District Court today. He is in his mid-30s.