Corkman used hammer and chisel to break into lockers and steal tourists' luggage, court told

Now that Judge King has refused jurisdiction, a book of evidence will have to be prepared. File picture: Larry Cummins

A Cork man charged with using a hammer and chisel to break into lockers at hostels in Cork to steal suitcases and haversacks belonging to tourists now faces trial by judge and jury.

Judge John King said the case was too serious to deal with at Cork District Court and he refused jurisdiction.