Man accused of carrying large carving knife in Cork city centre granted bail

Solicitor said defendant could not remember anything due to his level of intoxication on Sunday night

Judge Mary Dorgan said she would grant the man bail under strict conditions.

A 26-year-old man who was allegedly carrying a large carving knife in Cork city centre on Sunday night was arrested and brought before Cork District Court.

Gardaí objected to bail being granted to Richard McCarthy, of 10 Spring Lane halting site, Cork.