Accused of assault in Portlaoise pub


A man appeared in court over an alleged assault in a Portlaoise bar.
James Lacumber, 38, with an address at 1 Parnell Crescent, Knockmay, Portlaoise is accused of assault causing harm at Lilly’s Bar, Main Street in Portlaoise on February 18 last.
Garda Sergeant JJ Kirby said he was seeking a full file from the investigating garda. He said there were “alleged cuts to the injured party’s head” as a result of the incident.
Judge Andrew Cody remanded the matter back to Portlaoise District Court on January 15 when jurisdiction could be decided. He granted legal aid to the defendant.
