2021 machete attack conviction of Rathkeale man John O'Donoghue overturned due to gardaí's failure to seek CCTV, lawyers argue he should not pay legal costs.
A Rathkeale man, John O'Donoghue, whose machete attack conviction was overturned due to gardaí's failure to seek out CCTV footage, should not pay legal costs, his lawyers argue. O'Donoghue spent two years in jail after being convicted of assault causing serious harm and violent disorder in 2021. His lawyers believe he should not "lose twice" by having to pay legal costs, despite his conviction being overturned.
May 13, 2024
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