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08 Sept 2025

File in the case of a Derry man charged with attempting to 'prevent the lawful and decent burial' of his father's body not ready - court told

John Garrett O'Sullivan (55) of Culmore Road in Derry is charged with one count of attempting to prevent the burial of his father on dates between July 1 and July 17

Funeral of retired Derry orthodontist Noel O'Sullivan to take place tomorrow

The late Noel O'Sullivan

Derry Magistrate's Court heard today that the file in the case of a local man charged with attempting to 'prevent the lawful and decent burial' of his father's body will not be ready until October 22.

John Garrett O'Sullivan (55) of Culmore Road in Derry is charged with one count of attempting to prevent the burial of his father on dates between July 1 and July 17.

At today's sitting a prosecutor told the court that the full file in the case was not due until October. 

Defence solicitor Paddy MacDermott said that it would not be necessary to produce his client in court but asked for an adjournment until September 12 to review progress in the case. 

O'Sullivan did not appear and his case was adjourned until September 12.

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