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Sean McGovern pleads for lesser sentence...

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Sean McGovern carried a Sudoku puzzle book and a copy of George Orwell's 1984 as he appeared in court and made his case for a reduced sentence.

The Kinahan leutenant was described as 'a caring and generous' father in court as he was allowed introduce references on his behalf.

Niall speaks to Eamon Dillon about McGovern's demeanor in court and the sentence he is likely to receive.

 


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