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Trial of soldier charged with assaulting five gardai adjourned
Summary
The trial of 22‑year‑old Naoise O'Conarain, a Dublin soldier, was adjourned for the day. He pleaded not guilty to assaulting five gardaí, including an alleged razor attack on Andrew Quinn and Fiachra Molloy at his home on 3 March 2013, and to assaults on Ross Foy, Kevin Keane and Simon Butler on the same date. Judge Patrick McCartan informed the jury that no further evidence would be heard today, with the trial resuming tomorrow.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Trial of soldier charged with assaulting five gardai adjourned. Charges or matters: assaulting gardaí Andrew Quinn and Fiachra Molloy causing them harm at his home on March 3, 2013. Procedural stage: trial
When:
- March 3, 2013 Adjournment
- 2014-10-16 Publication
Case subjects
Defendant
Charges: assaulting gardaí Andrew Quinn and Fiachra Molloy causing them harm at his home on March 3, 2013 (Alleged Or Contested)
Plea: Not guilty
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