Cork gardaí given six weeks to prepare book of evidence against man who threatened to kill his brother

The court heard it is alleged that during a dispute the defendant produced a small sharp kitchen knife in the course of an assault on his brother and made the threat

Judge Catherine Ryan adjourned the case until July 7 to allow time for preparation and service of a book of evidence. File picture: Larry Cummins

A 43-year-old man accused of assault causing harm to his brother, producing a knife and threatening to “finish it with him” denies the charges and now a book of evidence is to be prepared.

Oleh Shevel of 22 Bellview Crescent, Old Youghal Road, Cork, is charged with assault causing harm to his brother, Roman Shevel, production of a knife and threatening to kill his brother or cause him serious injury on September 16, 2025.

When the matter first came before Cork District Court the presiding judge refused to accept jurisdiction and the case had to be sent back to the DPP for revised directions.

Back in Cork District Court, defence solicitor Shane Collins-Daly said: “He will be pleading not guilty to the charges. A book of evidence will be required.” On the application of Sergeant John Dineen, Judge Catherine Ryan adjourned the case until July 7 to allow time for preparation and service of a book of evidence.

It is alleged that during a dispute he produced a small sharp kitchen knife in the course of an assault on his brother and made the threat, Garda Liam English said.

Mr Collins-Daly said at an earlier hearing that the defendant made certain admissions but gave a differing account. He admitted there was a dispute, he denied making any threat and he said that a third male in the house would back up his version of events.

While there was an initial objection to bail the defendant was given bail on conditions which require him to have no contact with his brother, provide an alternative address within 48 hours, sign daily at Anglesea Street garda station, stay away from Old Youghal Road, and in particular not to go near 22 Bellview Crescent, even if invited, abstain from intoxicants, not carry knives or implements and surrender his passport.

A Ukrainian interpreter translated proceedings for the accused and the interpreter was directed to be present for the next court appearance.

During Garda English’s objection to bail, he said it was alleged: “He punched him across the face from behind and was swinging the knife. He also threatened to 'finish it with him' and Roman Shevel interpreted this as meaning he (Oleh Shevel) was going to seriously harm or kill him.”