Further remand in custody for Louth stabbing accused

A man accused of stabbing a 35-year-old male in Drogheda has been further remanded in custody.
Mahmoud Alhosini (25), with an address at an apartment on Laurence Street, Drogheda, appeared via video link at Dundalk District Court, having been refused bail.
He is charged with assault causing harm and production of a large knife in the course of a fight, while committing or appearing to commit assault causing harm, at the same address in Laurence Street, on March 20 last.
Court presenter Sgt Richie Browne sought an adjournment for DPP directions.
Solicitor Fergal Boyle said the court had asked for an Arabic interpreter but none was present.
Judge Stephanie Coggans remanded Mr Alhosini in custody to Dundalk Court on April 8 via video link for DPP directions, and again certified for an interpreter.