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Intoxicated man exposed himself in front of elderly, children

Summary

In a Dublin Circuit Criminal Court hearing, Michael Doyle, aged 52, was found guilty of two counts of exposure after an incident on Rathmines Road. Doyle had consumed a bottle of wine in addition to prescribed medication, including Diazepam and sleeping tablets, and was described as "off in his own world." While seated in his car with his 11‑year‑old son, he was seen dancing near a tree outside the Swan leisure centre, pulling at his pants and then exposing his penis to passers‑by, including elderly ladies and a woman with her five‑year‑old grandson. Doyle began touching himself, raised his arms, and verbally abused a Garda, calling him "prick" and "cunt." He pleaded guilty on 24 June 2017. Judge Karen O'Connor imposed a 12‑month prison term, suspended on the condition of good behaviour and compliance with Probation Service directions, citing Doyle's vulnerability, addiction issues and lack of prior convictions for similar offences.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: Intoxicated man exposed himself in front of elderly, children. Charges or matters: two counts of exposure on June 24, 2017. Procedural stage: hearing_or_decision

When:

• June 24, 2017 Other
• 2020-07-03 Publication

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