Nathan McDonnell, former Tralee Chamber President, has been sentenced to 12 years for drug importation and facilitating a criminal organization. The court heard about the irretrievable loss of his reputation and the significant effects on his family, including his children's experiences. During the hearing, it was mentioned that McDonnell suffered a major facial injury during a prison attack and will require special security measures. Judge Melanie Greally noted that his sentence would be particularly harsh due to the impact on his family's life, especially his children's childhoods.
"The significant sentence will be more onerous on Mr McDonnell than others, as he will suffer the loss of being away from his children during their childhood."
"His father gave references outlining the impact his marital break-up had on Nathan, while his sisters detailed the effects of his arrest on his three children."
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