A 33-year-old man named Dubravko Ostojic appeared in Galway District Court charged with murdering his 65-year-old mother, Milena Ostojic, who died on 25 April 2026 at University Hospital Galway. The incident occurred at their shared residence in Ballybrit, Galway city. Ostojic was previously charged with seriously assaulting his mother in April 2026. Detective Garda Gerry Carroll provided testimony regarding the arrest and charging process. Solicitor John Martin stated that the accused understood English and does not need an interpreter, while an application for legal aid is pending due to a solicitor's fee dispute. Garda Sergeant Claire Heneghan informed the court that the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has directed the case to be tried by indictment in the Central Criminal Court and has withdrawn a previous Section 3 assault charge. The accused was remanded in custody for further appearances in September and December.
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