Detailing the evidence that will be heard, Mr Costelloe said it is alleged Martin Byrne was “effectively delivered up” by Mr Mansfield into the arms of a group of men who falsely imprisoned him and ultimately also falsely imprisoned his wife and son. Martin Byrne had begun working for Mr Mansfield Snr and continued to work for the family after Mr Mansfield Snr died in 2014. Counsel said the court will hear that Martin Byrne will say he was reluctant to attend but he went anyway. O’Hare also pleaded guilty to falsely imprisoning Martin Byrne at Rathcoole and Saggart on the same date. He also admitted falsely imprisoning Martin Byrne at Rathcoole/Saggart on the same date.

Source: The Irish Times November 03, 2020 16:41 UTC