Case against Corkman accused of fatal bottle attack awaiting results of autopsy

Judge Olann Kelleher adjourned the case until October 11 with the accused, Aaron Babbington, remanded in custody until then

Aaron Babbington (pictured) is charged with assault causing harm to Jason Butler. File picture: Larry Cummins

Post-mortem examination results are still awaited and an extensive garda file is being prepared in an ongoing investigation into an incident where a 32-year-old man died two days after sustaining injuries in an alleged bottle attack in Cork city centre.

Sergeant John Kelleher said that in light of these matters the gardaí were seeking an adjournment in the case against the only man who has been charged arising out of the investigation.

29-year-old Aaron Babbington of 25 Churchfield Avenue, Churchfield, Cork, is charged with assault causing harm to Jason Butler on Grand Parade, Cork, on June 14. Mr Butler died two days later.

Frank Buttimer, defence solicitor, said Mr Babbington was aware that the investigation was ongoing and was consenting to the longest adjournment while in custody.

Judge Olann Kelleher adjourned the case until October 11 with the accused remanded in custody until then.

Mr Buttimer said: “I think it is reasonable for Mr Babbington to say he would like a progress report (on the investigation) on that date.” 

It was alleged that the late Mr Butler was slashed in the throat during the daylight incident on Grand Parade at around 7.30pm that Wednesday.

In relation to bail for the accused, Det. Garda Patrick Russell objected to bail on various grounds, including the seriousness of the alleged offence.