John Connolly (38), of Termon Road, Boyle, Oisín McCann (28), of Abbeytown, Boyle, Nathan McCann (24), of Park Court, Strokestown, and John McDonnell (27), of Knockrush, Boyle all appeared before Judge Kenneth Connolly at Roscommon Circuit Court. The four were initially charged with violent disorder, with additional charges against Mr McDonnell of section 3 assault causing harm and criminal damage. All of the accused gave voluntary caution statements and acknowledged their presence in some capacity, with Mr McDonnell admitting to pushing Mr McCann, but denying any more serious assault. Nathan McCann, Judge Connolly stated, was “least complicit” in these matters. John Connolly, who is 38 years old, “should know better than to involve himself in this kind of carry on”, Judge Connolly said.

Source: The Herald March 24, 2026 20:12 UTC