A man has appeared in court accused of assaulting his father, who later died from serious injuries.
Tragic Scene Outside Georgian Home
John Cashman, 73, was found severely injured outside his Georgian house in Rockfield, Cappagh, Co Waterford on Monday evening. Emergency services tried to save him but he was pronounced dead at the scene.
Son Charged and Denies Kicking Father
His son, 45-year-old John Cashman Jnr, living at the same address, was charged with assault causing harm. He appeared at Carrick-on-Suir District Court today. Detective Garda Martin Keohane confirmed that Cashman Jnr was charged at Dungarvan Garda Station on Tuesday night but made no reply. The accused’s solicitor, Eamonn Hayes, applied for bail, which gardai opposed, citing the serious nature of the case and possible further charges pending post-mortem results.
Claims of Self-Defence and Family Feud
Cashman Jnr’s defence argued he acted in self-defence after being confronted by his father. He denied kicking his father’s head while he was on the ground and claimed the fatal injury happened when his father fell and hit the ground. The defence also stated Cashman Jnr moved back to Ireland from the UK in 2021, bought land in Waterford, and has no current ties to the UK. John’s mother, Gillian Cashman, attended the hearing supporting her son and spoke of her belief in his integrity and honesty. Solicitor Mr Hynes described the father as “at odds with the family.”
Bail Denied, Next Court Date Set
Judge O’Leary refused bail. Cashman Jnr was remanded in custody to appear at Clonmel District Court next Tuesday. The investigation continues as gardai await further forensic results.
