Limerick man charged with manslaughter of talented sportsman Alan Bourke

Accused was charged of assault causing harm after death of Mr Bourke on April 15 but that charge was withdrawn in light of manslaughter charge
Limerick man charged with manslaughter of talented sportsman Alan Bourke

Michael Casey, 39, of Cathedral Place, Limerick City, was charged on Wednesday before Limerick District Court with the manslaughter of Alan Bourke on Parnell Street, Limerick City, on April 15, 2022. Picture: Brendan Gleeson

A man was charged on Wednesday with the manslaughter of talented Limerick City sportsman Alan Bourke, who had been capped for Ireland in both soccer and rugby.

Michael Casey, 39, with an address at Cathedral Place, Limerick City, was arrested by gardaí and charged at 10.15am before Limerick District Court.

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