An alleged cattle rustler facing five theft charges and one charge of burglary, relating to the alleged theft of cattle valued at more than €50,000 in a number of incidents in West Cork, has been granted bail under strict conditions in the District Court. The court was told that the referral could only be made if Dineen were released on bail to attend his GP. He said Dineen’s mother Eileen had already been in contact with St Patrick’s Hospital and his GP, and the family were anxious for his admission as soon as possible. The judge granted Dineen bail on condition that he reside at an address provided to the court in Wexford with his mother until he is admitted to St Patrick’s. He also faces a further charge relating to an alleged theft from a property in Rosscarbery in April 2025.

Source: Irish Examiner January 21, 2026 14:29 UTC