High Court orders arrest of man over refusal to vacate ESB substation site

Mr Justice Mark Sanfey made the order at the High Court in respect of Glen Oglesby, who, the ESB claims, has been at the substation site in Gloucester Place Upper for several weeks. Photograph: Bryan O'Brienhas ordered the arrest of a man over his continuing refusal to obey a court order to vacate an electricity substation in

As a result of his continuing refusal, the ESB said it was with “great reluctance” seeking orders to have Mr Oglesby arrested and brought before the court to answer his contempt. Counsel said it is hoped arrangements can still be made with Mr Oglesby to avoid the ESB having to seek his arrest and possible committal to prison. He was not present in court when the case was before the judge on Wednesday,The judge was satisfied Mr Oglesby is in contempt of court and granted the order directing gardaí to arrest him and bring him before the court.

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