Man suffered head trauma

A MAN died after sustaining blunt force trauma to the head during a row outside a Dublin nightclub, an inquest has heard.

Christopher Fitzgerald, 34, a resident of Termon Abbey in Drogheda, Co. Louth, was on a night out at the Wright Venue in Swords when he became involved in the altercation.

Daniel Fitzgerald, 33, from Blanchardstown, Co. Dublin, was later charged with unlawful killing.

Detective Inspector Kenneth Keeling told Coroner Dr Myra Cullinane that the matter is before the courts. The case was adjourned until criminal proceedings are completed.