National court archive ยท 2026-03-24

Criminal lied to court about having child and work with family takeaway business

At a glance

Crime
robbery and assault causing harm
People
Stefano Gianluca Macari, Jane McGowan BL, Judge Martina Baxter, Detective Garda Mark Reilly
Locations
Spire Hostel, Marlboro Street, Dublin, Temple Bar
Court
Dublin Circuit Criminal Court
Outcome
suspended the final three months

Summary

Stefano Gianluca Macari was jailed after pleading guilty to robbing and assaulting an American doctor in Dublin. Dublin Circuit Criminal Court heard that he kicked the injured man and later lied about a child, family employment and testimonials used in mitigation. Judge Martina Baxter imposed seven years and three months, suspending the final three months subject to conditions including engagement with the Probation Service.

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Original reporting: courtsnewsireland.ie