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Farmer claims he is 'haunted' by shooting dead of cattle by defence forces

Summary

A Carrickmacross farmer has opposed an application to extend his bankruptcy by up to ten years at the High Court. John Hoey was declared bankrupt in February 2016 following a petition by John Kelly Fuels Ltd for €262,000. The Official Assignee, Chris Lehane, seeks the extension under the Bankruptcy (Amendment) Act 2015, claiming non-cooperation including failure to provide a Statement of Affairs. During bankruptcy proceedings, five cattle on Mr Hoey's farm were shot by defence force members in July 2016. Mr Hoey contests the allegations, stating he furnished required documentation and that assets were sold below value. He also disputes claims the cattle were destroyed humanely, describing the incident as traumatic. Mr Lehane maintains enforcement actions were necessary and appropriate. The case before Ms Justice Teresa Pilkington continues, with cross-examination of the Official Assignee ongoing.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: Farmer claims he is 'haunted' by shooting dead of cattle by defence forces. Procedural stage: hearing_or_decision

When:

• July 2016 Hearing Or Sentence
• February 2016 Other
• May 2016 Other
• 2020-03-03 Publication

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Stage Hearing Or Decision

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