Man accused of threatening sacristan in Skibbereen refused bail

Gardaí claim the accused made threats to harm the sacristan and his family

Gardaí allege that an altercation took place outside the sacristy at St Patrick's Church, Skibbereen. File image: Wikipedia

A sacristan of a cathedral is fearful for his safety after an alleged altercation in which it is claimed threats were made to harm him and his family.

Dylan Fahy, 21 and of 2 Hillcrest in Skibbereen, appeared before Skibbereen District Court in connection with the incident, which occurred at around 4.15pm on May 14.