McGovern extradition 'reflects strong ties' with UAE

McGovern's fresh extradition legal battle as lawyers raise 'legality' concern

SEAN McGovern is to launch a court battle against the legality of his extradition from the United Arab Emirates last week. Lawyers for the 39-year-old, who is charged with the murder of Noel ‘Duck Egg’ Kirwan in 2016 and with directing a criminal organisation, appeared before the Special Criminal Court today. Sean McGovern is fighting the legality of his extradition from the United Arab EmiratesCrispin Rodwell - The Sun Dublin McGovern has been …

Lawyers for murder-accused Sean McGovern to challenge legality of his extradition from Dubai

McGovern was taken from Dubai to Dublin by the Irish Air Corps last week.

Sean McGovern looks on by video link as lawyers challenge extradition

Sean McGovern (39) is charged with murder and directing a criminal organisation

McGovern extradition 'reflects strong ties' with UAE

Minister for Justice Jim O'Callaghan has said the extradition of Sean McGovern from the United Arab Emirates is part of continued cooperation between the two countries to uphold the rule of law and prosecute those who attempt to evade justice.