Man fined for drunken public order offence in north Offaly town
Defendant who admitted Edenderry offence is seeking treatment for his alcoholism, Judge Andrew Cody is told
Darren Hurst (28), Greenwood Park, Edenderry, admitted public drunkenness and threatening, abusive and insulting behaviour at Blundell Wood, Edenderry on September 28 last.
Judge Andrew Cody was told he was highly intoxicated and aggressive because of the alcohol.
Defence counsel David Nugent said Mr Hurst had recently been released from Portlaoise Hospital after booking himself in and he was seeking a more permanent place.
Mr Nugent said the man knew he had an issue with intoxication and recognised alcohol as an issue but was currently holding his own.
Judge Cody imposed a €250 fine and gave Mr Hurst six months to pay it.
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