Son of John Gilligan appears in court over Spanish extradition request

The High Court heard that 47-year-old Darren Gilligan's surrender is sought in relation to an offence of breaching public order and safety

Darren Gilligan, son of John Gilligan, was detained on foot of a Schengen Information System alert issued by the Spanish authorities. File picture: Collins Courts

Darren Gilligan, son of convicted drug dealer John Gilligan, has appeared before the High Court in respect of an extradition request issued by the Spanish authorities.

The Dublin court heard that 47-year-old Darren Gilligan's surrender is sought in relation to an offence of breaching public order and safety.