Michael Kelley was remanded in custody for a further two weeks at Tralee District Court
Michael Kelley at Tralee Courthouse. Photo: PA
The American man, who has been charged with the murder of Kenmare farmer Mike Gaine, was remanded in custody for a further two weeks at Tralee District Court this morning, Wedneday, April 1.
Michael Kelley appeared by video link from Cork Prison.
In late February, the former soldier was charged with the murder of Michael Gaine at the victim’s farm in Carrig, Kenmare between March 20 and 21, 2025.
On camera at the hearing in Tralee this week, Mr Kelley wore a forest green polo shirt, had shaved off his long grey hair and trimmed his beard.
He greeted his solicitor Pat Mann, confirmed his name and that he could see and hear the court.
Sergeant Chris Manton asked that Mr Kelly be remanded in bail for a further two weeks to prepare the book of evidence.
Mr Mann consented “just for the time being”, noting he was waiting on further documentation so he could proceed with preparing a bail application for the High Court and said “there may well be objections at a later stage”.
“Documentation is about to arrive,” said the solicitor.
The case was adjourned to April 15 when Mr Kelly will again appear by video link.
At the end of the hearing, Mr Kelly thanked his solicitor.
“Thank you, sir,” he said.
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