A man has been charged with threatening a shop worker in Cork after allegedly brandishing a weapon during an altercation. The incident, which occurred in a local shop, led to the accused being remanded in custody for four weeks. During the court hearing, the man reportedly told the shop worker, "Open the till or I’m going to stick this in your neck," before being taken into custody. The court heard that the man had been involved in a dispute with the shop staff, which escalated into a confrontation. Authorities have not yet released further details about the weapon involved or the exact location of the incident. The case is currently under investigation, and no charges beyond the initial accusation have been announced. The incident has raised concerns about public safety in the area, prompting local officials to call for increased security measures in retail spaces.