THE STATE are in fear of having the case against a 43-year-old man who is alleged to have been found in possession of child pornography, thrown out as their investigations and the book of evidence are not yet complete.
Originally from the UK, Simeon Betts, with an address on Henry Street,
is accused of being in possession of the alleged pornographic material at an address in Hollymount, Raheen, on March 4 last.
The accused was arrested at his former address on July 14 last and questioned by Garda Christine Bergin. Betts was charged and the file was sent to the DPP for directions but at last week’s court hearing, the state notified that the book of evidence was not yet ready and that a further one month adjournment was sought on behalf of the DPP.
Judge O’Donnell agreed to the adjournment on the consent of the defence, but marked the case peremptory against the State.
Betts, who is unemployed, was previously granted legal aid and bail, under strict conditions, in late July.
The case is due before the court again at the end of November.
