Hunt on for a fugitive in handcuffs in Cork city

The man escaped after he was arrested during a disturbance involving up to 30 youths
A Garda hunt is on in the city for a fugitive in handcuffs who escaped from garda custody during an ongoing disturbance between officers and up to 30 youths overnight...
The incident began at 1.30am when gardai from Mayfield were attacked as they were responding to a separate call in the Glen area of the city.
Fiona O'Donovan takes up the story for RedFM News
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