Man charged over death of 39-year-old in Finglas applies for legal aid

Keith Smithers, who is charged with causing serious harm in relation to the death of Brian Hogan, has applied for free legal aid (Brian Lawless/PA)

A man charged with causing serious harm in relation to the death of Brian Hogan has applied for free legal aid.

Keith Smithers, of Barry Close in north Finglas, was remanded in custody pending the outcome of a bail hearing later in the week.