Convicted Businessman Assaulted in Jail; Solicitor Appeals for Government Action on Safety Concerns
Tralee, Ireland – A Kerry businessman, previously the owner of a local garden center and a recognized figure in community commerce, is currently embroiled in a controversy that extends beyond his conviction on drug charges. Nathan McDonnell, 44, who is awaiting sentencing for his involvement in Ireland’s largest seizure of crystal meth, was the victim of a serious assault in Portlaoise Prison, raising grave concerns about inmate safety and state responsibilities. McDonnell, formerly at the …