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flag Anti-immigration activist Derek Blighe faces trial for harassing a civilian garda in Cork, accused of online abuse and surveillance from Feb 2023 to Dec 2023.

flag Anti-immigration activist Derek Blighe, 45, of Cork, has been sent forward for trial on charges of harassing a member of An Garda Síochána, following allegations from February 2023 to December 2023. flag The victim, a garda wearing civilian clothes, was recorded and live-streamed outside Cork District Court, with the footage posted online and accompanied by derogatory captions. flag Blighe and co-accused Ross Lahive, 46, are accused of a campaign of harassment involving verbal abuse, online posts, and surveillance, causing the victim to fear for his safety and avoid public transport. flag Both men are on bail with restrictions prohibiting contact with the victim and social media comments about the case. flag A trial date has been set for Cork Circuit Criminal Court.

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