Ciaran Maguire and Sean Paul Farrell lose attempted murder challenge

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Ciaran Maguire and Sean Paul Farrell lost their legal challenge over alleged attempted murder of a PSNI officer at the Court of Appeal, decided on 1 November 2019.

The men are wanted in Northern Ireland for alleged attempted murder and possession of explosive substances with intent to endanger life.

Their lawyers sought Garda custody records, statements and sample details after the pair were arrested in Donegal and released without charge.

The court found their arguments speculative and no established right to the material before extradition proceedings, while the Minister indicated an application for an early extradition hearing.