National court archive · 2026-03-19
'If we cannot protect children, what are we doing here?' man accused of breaking boy's nose refused bail
At a glance
- Crime
- assault causing harm
- People
- Judge Derek Cooney, Andy Vallely
- Locations
- Dublin
- Court
- Dún Laoghaire District Court
- Outcome
- refused bail under both Section 2 and the O’Callaghan principles
Summary
A man in his 20s was refused bail at Dún Laoghaire District Court after being accused of assaulting a seven-year-old boy, allegedly causing a broken nose and fractured cheekbone. The judge cited the seriousness of the alleged injuries, evidence concerns and possible witness interference before remanding him in custody.
Original reporting: courtsnewsireland.ie