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A short news item published by Phelim O’Neill Solicitors in August 2020 described arrests in Kilkenny following Garda observations of a vehicle and alleged dangerous driving.

The Irish Mirror reported that George Nkencho’s family was awaiting a replacement date for a postponed meeting with the Garda Síochána Ombudsman Commission.

ABC News reported on plans for George Nkencho’s legal representatives to meet the body investigating his fatal shooting.

The Irish Times reported on arrangements for George Nkencho’s funeral and the delays preceding it, including post-mortem examinations and the restrictions on funeral attendance then in force.

Browse all 20 entries from the original news archive, including press coverage, radio, commentary and adapted practical guidance.

The Irish Times reported an account from George Nkencho’s sister and described the family’s preparations to engage with investigators.

RTÉ reported on the scheduling of a Central Criminal Court trial involving an accused person charged with three murders. The report described the court’s consideration of the material to be prepared before trial, including material from outside Ireland.

The Irish Independent reported a District Court appearance by an accused person charged with three murders. The report covered remand arrangements and an application for legal aid, with Phelim O’Neill assigned as solicitor.

RTÉ reported on the opening of a trial at Mullingar Circuit Criminal Court involving three defendants who pleaded not guilty to charges relating to alleged human trafficking, prostitution and money laundering.

In commentary published during the Golfgate controversy in August 2020, Phelim O’Neill raised concerns about the handling of information relating to a Garda traffic stop involving Phil Hogan.

The Phelim O’Neill Solicitors news archive records a radio appearance on RTÉ Radio 1’s Today with Claire Byrne in January 2021.

The Irish Independent reported concerns raised on behalf of George Nkencho’s family about the circumstances of his shooting and the safety of other people inside the family home.

In an August 2020 article, Phelim O’Neill considered reporting about Garda discretion when dealing with the immigration status of people reporting crime or assisting an investigation.