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Taxi driver overpowered raider and hit him with own BB gun

Summary

In a 2016 incident on Marigold Avenue, Darndale, Dublin, 36‑year‑old Paul Evans attempted to rob taxi driver Frank Rowan. Evans brandished a 6mm air pistol, claiming it was a "practical joke," and threatened Rowan with the gun. Rowan, fearing a real shot, managed to overpower Evans, who repeatedly ran at him and demanded the gun back. Rowan struck Evans on the head with the gun, causing a small forehead injury. A passerby called the Gardaí, who later arrested Evans, who was wearing a black ski mask. Evans pleaded guilty to attempted robbery and unlawful possession of a realistic imitation firearm. He claimed the pistol belonged to his son and was used for shooting cans. The court noted Evans had no prior violent convictions and adjourned sentencing to 16 May, remanding him in custody until then.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: Taxi driver overpowered raider and hit him with own BB gun. Charges or matters: attempted robbery at Marigold Avenue, Darndale, Dublin on November 13, 2016. Procedural stage: sentence

When:

• November 13, 2016 Incident
• May 16 Adjournment
• 2019-02-20 Publication

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Stage Sentence Theft Violent Crime

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