Alleged arson attack at an apartment complex in Dundalk

As much a €140,000 in damage was caused as the result of an alleged arson attack at an apartment complex in the town three months ago, Dundalk district court heard last week.

Patrick Healy (51) with an address at the time at Simon Community, Barrack Street, Dundalk is accused of causing criminal damage to a large waste bin to the value of €500 at Táin Court, Bridge Street, Dundalk on October 18th last.

Judge Eirinn McKiernan remanded the defendant on bail to May 3rd for the DPP’s directions.