Sentencing of former 96FM presenter Pearse McCarthy on drugs charges adjourned

Judge said because of other business before Cork Circuit Criminal Court, it was not possible to deal with the case on Friday

Pearse McCarthy came before the court last month on a signed plea of guilty to the charge, surrendered his bail and was taken into custody.
Picture: Denis Boyle

Sentencing of former 96FM newsreader and radio presenter Pearse McCarthy for having drugs for sale or supply in Kinsale almost six years ago was put back until May 19.

Judge Catherine Staines said because of other business before Cork Circuit Criminal Court, it was not possible to deal with the case on Friday.