It is the State’s case that he was one of two men who shot David Byrne with AK47s after storming a boxing event in 2016

Detective Garda McGovern branded it an 'ugly incident' with Judge Owen handing down an order for the father and son to be subject to a peace bond of €250 each.

The 38-year-old man, who can't be named to protect the identity of his partner and son, pleaded guilty to assault causing harm to her at their home address in Co Leitrim on July 5, 2020.

Judge Connolly stated that while the court "could be somewhat human at times", all options would be examined should Mr Reilly not complete the payments.

The court heard that the digger was driven a short distance at around 2mph before being discovered at the rear of a property a few days later.

Judge Owens has previously covered court in the region over the course of her career.

Taoiseach Michael Martin paid tribute to Judge Seamus Hughes today.

The comments were made at Longford Circuit Court this week.