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"Feud" defendant caught with handgun to be allowed attend teenage son's funeral

Summary

In a Special Criminal Court hearing, Owen Cummins, 40, awaiting sentencing for possession of a Beretta handgun and silencer, was granted temporary bail to attend his 19‑year‑old son's funeral. The court, presided over by Mr Justice Paul Coffey, considered the application under "unusual and very tragic circumstances." Cummins, who pleaded guilty to the firearms offence last year, expressed a desire to attend the funeral mass to pay his last respects. The prosecution argued he was a flight risk and that security concerns would arise if he attended the church. Garda evidence highlighted Cummins' involvement in a feud‑related operation and potential access to false documents. The judge approved the bail with conditions that Garda escort would have discretion over Cummins' seating and could remove him if any danger was perceived. Cummins entered a €100 bond. The sentencing is scheduled for January 20, 2020.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: "Feud" defendant caught with handgun to be allowed attend teenage son's funeral. Charges or matters: possessing a Beretta handgun and silencer two years ago and will be sentenced on January 20th, 2020. Procedural stage: sentence

When:

• January 20th, 2020 Incident
• September 6, 2017 Incident
• 2019-12-10 Publication

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