Man accused of starting house fire that killed three dogs denied bail

The issue of granting bail hinges on balancing public safety against the defendant's personal rights, particularly given his history of re-offending and risk factors.

The defendant's application for bail was denied due to insufficient changes in circumstances and a proposed address that the court found unacceptable.

District Judge Barney McElholm noted that the defendant has a long history of failing to comply with bail conditions, raising serious concerns about public safety.

Defense barrister Grainne McAnaney argued that the case against Lishman was purely circumstantial, given the absence of a statement from the injured party.

Read at Irish Independent