A man has been sentenced to five months in prison for criminal damage at a property owned by a Kerry TD.<\/p>\n
Aidan Cahill, who was previously a resident at 14 Murphy\u2019s Terrace, Ballymullen, Tralee appeared before Judge David Waters at Tralee District Court<\/a>.<\/p>\n The 37-year-old pleaded guilty to four charges including criminal damage, threats to damage property and public order.<\/p>\n Aidan Cahill appeared in person in relation to the incident at 14 Murphy\u2019s Terrace, Ballymullen, Tralee, at 11.05 on March 6th this year.<\/p>\n Sergeant Chris Manton outlined that Mr Cahill was highly intoxicated and damaged the communal area of the property.<\/p>\n He outlined that timber from the walls and doors within the premises were damaged; and that paint was thrown on the stairs, balcony and landing floor area.<\/p>\n Judge David Waters also heard that the fire extinguisher had been discharged in the building; and the other residents were in extreme fear.<\/p>\n The court heard the premises is owned by Independent TD Michael Healy-Rae, while property manager Sheila Costello was at the address on the date to collect rent.<\/p>\n Sgt Manton outlined that Mr Cahill was very aggressive towards Ms Costello, shouted abuse at her and threatened to damage property within his room.<\/p>\n