Fined for fighting with brother in Laois

A fine was handed to a man who was fighting with his brother in Laois. 

Will Toohey, 23, of Dysart Beg, Mountrath was accused of threatening or abusive behaviour at Whitehorse Lodge, Mountrath on June 18, 2021. 

Sgt JJ  Kirby said gardai responded to a call about males fighting with each other at the location in Mountrath at 8.20pm on the date in question.

He said the defendant was “having an altercation with his brother” and numerous other family members were present. He said the man has three previous convictions.

Solicitor Josphine Fitzpatrick said it was a family related incident. 

Judge Andrew Cody fined the man €300 and gave him six months to pay.