University graduate 'living off-grid' produced claw hammer in threatening incident in Cork park

Judge told accused, who lives in tent: 'The guards are there for your protection — not claw hammers'

Alleged incident occurred in the afternoon when a large number of people were present in Bishop Lucey Park, including children, and they exited the park because of what was happening, court heard. File picture: Denis Minihane

A university graduate ‘living off-grid’ has been arrested and charged with producing a claw hammer during a threatening incident at Bishop Lucey Park in Cork City.

Garda Vincent McCarthy arrested Edward Kiely, 29, and charged him with engaging in threatening behaviour and producing a claw hammer capable of causing serious injury during an allegedly threatening incident.