In a statement, Cork City Council said Mr Hourihane had presented to the city’s homeless services on a number of occasions over several years and the Cork Simon Outreach team remained in contact with him. Its workers regularly visit those sleeping rough, keeping track of the numbers and encouraging people to engage with and avail of the various services that are available. But tragically, he relapsed and began to engage again with the various homeless support services in Cork. Mr Hourihane was given the keys to the apartment but he never occupied it. In a statement yesterday, Cork City Council extended its sympathy to his family and friends and urged anyone with information to contact gardaí.

Source: Irish Examiner October 14, 2019 23:03 UTC