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CONCERN has been expressed over the length of time it is taking the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) to issue directions for three people charged in relation to alleged incidents at a primary school in Ennis last month.
Conor Mahon (21), Rose Mahon (22) and Laura Molloy (21) are charged with alleged offences arising out of alleged incidents at the Holy Family Junior School, Station Road, Ennis on March 20.
Conor Mahon, of Ballaghboy, Quin Road, Ennis, is charged with possession of a slash hook at the school contrary to the firearms and offensive weapons act and with engaging in threatening and, or, abusive behaviour.
Conor Mahon’s wife, Rose Mahon, a mother of two, also of Ballaghboy Quin Road, Ennis, is charged with causing € 1,500 worth of damage to the windows of a vehicle belonging to Thomas Sherlock on Station Road.
Her sister, Laura Molloy, of 21 An Pairc, Bruach na hAbhainn, Ennis, is also charged with causing € 1,500 worth of damage to the windows of a vehicle belonging to Thomas Sherlock on Station Road.
Both sisters are also charged with provoking a breach of the peace.
At Ennis District Court last week, Inspector Tom Kennedy said there is a “difficult set of circumstances” surrounding the case.
He added, “There is an extensive file being prepared for the DPP.” Judge Patrick Durcan had previously granted further time DPP’s directions.
Solicitor Daragh Hassett said that in previously opposing bail for his clients, the State had come to court with “great fanfare” and alleged “detailed evidence.”
He continued, “It now appears two weeks later that nothing has happened. I will consent to the minimum adjournment.”
Judge Patrick Durcan said, “I am noting your concerns.
“I don’t like matters that drag on indefinitely.”
He adjourned the matter until May 9 for DPP’s directions.