Sean McGovern appears in court over murder charge case as lawyers face information ‘roadblocks' over extradition fight
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Sean McGovern was extradited from Dubai in May
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But Keith Spencer BL, for the accused, said they are still awaiting the information they require from the authorities to make the argument.
McGovern was back before the Special Criminal Court this morning where he was served the book of evidence in relation to three charges he is facing over the murder of innocent granddad Noel 'Duck Egg' Kirwan in December 2016.
The court heard that the book of evidence with regard to the final two charges will be given to him on the next date.
The barrister for the prosecution said that they have been instructed that a "wide ranging" request for disclosure is being considered.
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Wearing a grey T-shirt and chinos, McGovern entered the court holding a book and sat quietly during the short proceedings, only speaking to his legal representatives at the end.
Mr Spencer also brought up legal aid and told the court a signed statement of means has been handed into the court.
However, the prosecution explained that they had not seen this, nor had gardai.
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Ms Justice Karen O'Connor said that the matter can be addressed on the next occasion.
McGovern was remanded in custody until October 7, with his case pencilled in for mention and he will be produced in court on that occasion.
MURDER CHARGE
McGovern is charged with the murder of Noel 'Duck Egg' Kirwan at St Ronan's Drive in Clondalkin, Dublin, on December 22, 2016.
He was shot outside his home after returning home from Christmas shopping.
McGovern also faces a charge that between October 20 and December 22, 2016 he directed the activities of a criminal organisation to carry out Mr Kirwan's murder.
OTHER CHARGES
And he is accused of facilitating a criminal organisation to murder the 62-year-old grandfather.
McGovern is further charged with directing the activities of a criminal organisation to monitor James 'Mago' Gately's activities.
And he is accused of facilitating a criminal organisation in the conspiracy to murder Gately.
Both offences allegedly occurred between October 17, 2015 and April 6, 2017.
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Sean McGovern is facing charges of murder and directing a crime gang
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