Man before Laois court accused of assault and strangulation
The man appeared before a sitting of Portlaoise District Court
A man appeared before Portlaoise District Court accused of non fatal strangulation and assault.
The man (28), who has a Laois address and cannot be named, is accused of assaulting a woman causing harm and with non-fatal strangulation at an address in Laois on October 15, 2024.
A Garda said she had arrested and charged the accused who made no reply after caution. She didn’t object to bail but said that conditions would have to apply.
Judge Andrew Cody explained the conditions to the accused which included that he remain sober and obey a curfew.
Garda Sergeant JJ Kirby said the DPP had directed that the case be dealt with on indictment. He said a book of evidence would be required.
Judge Cody adjourned the case back to Portlaoise District Court on September 7 for service of a book of evidence.