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"Crazy drunk" teen has no recollection of lighting fire in Mercedes

Summary

Jamie Morris Cox, 19, pleaded guilty to arson of a Mercedes SUV at Rathfarnham Shopping Centre on 18 October 2015. He admitted he had no recollection of lighting the fire, describing himself as "crazy drunk, off my head in a different world." Garda Shane McGrath reported that staff at a nearby pub had thrown Morris Cox and another man out, after which they smashed the vehicle's windows and set it on fire. The fire was extinguished by bar staff, and the men fled toward a housing estate where they were later arrested. The damage to the vehicle was €5,000, and the owner, a carpenter, was unable to work for two weeks. Judge Melanie Greally sentenced Morris Cox to a three‑year suspended prison term, noting his admission of responsibility, remorse, and the positive influence of his grandfather. The sentence was suspended in full, with the court emphasising the need for intervention to prevent future criminal behaviour.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: "Crazy drunk" teen has no recollection of lighting fire in Mercedes. Charges or matters: arson of a Mercedes SUV at Rathfarnham Shopping Centre on October 18, 2015. Procedural stage: hearing_or_decision

When:

• October 18, 2015 Hearing Or Sentence
• 2016-11-23 Publication

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