Concerns raised in case of Derry man who 'prevented the lawful burial' of his father's body
John Garrett O'Sullivan (56) of Culmore Road in Derry faces one charge that he prevented the lawful burial of a corpse
Derry Crown Court heard today that 'there is no dispute on the facts' in a case of a man charged with preventing the lawful burial of his father's corpse.
John Garrett O'Sullivan (56) of Culmore Road in Derry faces one charge that he prevented the lawful burial of a corpse on dates between July 1 and July 18 2024.
The case was due for arraignment at today's sitting of the Crown Court but a defence barrister for the defendant, Stephen Mooney, told the court that after consulting with O'Sullivan he had 'some concerns'.
He said he had arranged for a psychiatric report to be compiled on the accused and that would take place on July 24 and 25.
The barrister said that there were two issues that were being explored one being fitness to plead and the other being a legal defence to the charge.
Mr Moiney said that the facts in the case are not an issue.
Judge Neil Rafferty KC said that while there was no dispute on the facts a psychiatric report was required before proceeding further.
He adjourned the case until August 18 and said in all likelihood it would be September before an arraignment in the case would take place if it was to occurr.