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Drunk man held knife to partner's neck, threw knives at gardai

Summary

David Dwyer, 37, was sentenced to 18 months' imprisonment after a drunken domestic incident on 22 February 2018. While intoxicated, he held a knife to his then partner's neck and threatened to stab two Gardaí who had entered the house. He refused to drop the knife, drew a second blade and threw both knives at the officers. The Garda used pepper spray and a baton before handcuffing him. Dwyer pleaded guilty to the offence of producing an article in the course of a dispute. His prior convictions include arson, robbery, assault and possession of knives. The judge noted his bad temper and advised him to abstain from alcohol, expressing hope for his reform. The case was heard in the Dublin Circuit Criminal Court.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: Drunk man held knife to partner's neck, threw knives at gardai. Charges or matters: production of an article in the course of a dispute at Edenmore Avenue, Raheny, on February 22, 2018. Procedural stage: sentence

When:

• February 22, 2018 Incident
• 2021-02-26 Publication

Why: David Dwyer (37) was "highly intoxicated" when he threatened to stab two gardaí who had to force entry into a house in order to apprehend him. CNI source report

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Stage Sentence Theft Violent Crime

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Read the original CNI report