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Jail for man who punched French salesman
Summary
An appeal has been heard in the High Court regarding the conviction of Glen Paisley for assault causing harm to Mr Nicolas Omnes on Camden Street in Dublin 2 on the evening of May 4, 2014. Paisley, who was found guilty at Dublin Circuit Criminal Court, has appealed the sentence of two and a half years in custody. The case was adjourned for further consideration. Paisley admitted to the charge and pleaded guilty. He has a history of fifty previous convictions, including 43 road traffic offences. The victim, Mr Omnes, was punched and fell, hitting his head on the ground, resulting in a head injury requiring hospital treatment. Paisley was with two friends during the incident and was more aggressive than others involved. CCTV footage later confirmed his involvement. The victim's statement highlighted the lasting impact of the assault on his life, including social and emotional effects. Defence counsel expressed remorse on behalf of Paisley and offered an apology. The matter was adjourned and is not yet finalised.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Jail for man who punched French salesman. Charges or matters: assault causing harm to Mr Omnes on Camden Street in Dublin 2 on the evening of May 4, 2014. Procedural stage: appeal
When:
- May 4, 2014 Incident
- May 4 Incident
- 2016-11-01 Publication
Case subjects
Appellant
Charges: assault causing harm to Mr Omnes on Camden Street in Dublin 2 on the evening of May 4, 2014 (Admitted)
Plea: Guilty
Places mentioned
- gone to Kevin Street Garda Station
- Kevin Street
- Dublin
- Dublin Circuit Criminal Court
- Camden Street
- Dublin
- Dublin city
- Camden Street
- Upper Camden Street
Topics
Road Traffic Stage Appeal Violent Crime
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