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Violent teen gets five years for string of offences
Summary
A 19‑year‑old named Nathan Kelly was sentenced to five years in prison for a series of violent offences committed over a 20‑month period, including the theft of a nurse's wallet. The court heard that Kelly had a troubled background, was diagnosed with post‑traumatic stress disorder, and had a history of addiction. He pleaded guilty to three assaults, three robberies and trespassing likely to cause fear, with offences dated between 28 February 2019 and 28 October 2020. The judge noted his early exposure to domestic violence, his ADHD and PTSD diagnoses, and his high risk of reoffending. Kelly has expressed remorse, is engaging with his addictions, and is in a stable relationship. The judge imposed consecutive sentences totalling 78 months, suspended the final 18 months for 12 months on strict conditions, and ordered a five‑year custodial term.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Violent teen gets five years for string of offences. Charges or matters: three assaults, three robberies and trespassing in a manner likely to cause fear on dates between on February 28, 2019 and October 28, 2020. Procedural stage: sentence
When:
- February 28, 2019 Incident
- October 28, 2020 Incident
- February 2019 Incident
- April 2019 Incident
- August 2020 Incident
- 2022-03-07 Publication
Case subjects
Defendant
Charges: three assaults, three robberies and trespassing in a manner likely to cause fear on dates between on February 28, 2019 and October 28, 2020 (Admitted)
Plea: Guilty
Outcome: Judge Greally imposed consecutive sentences totally 78 months and suspended the final 18 months suspended for 12 months on strict conditions.
Places mentioned
- Donomore Crescent
- Tallaght
- Dublin
- Dublin Circuit Criminal Court
- Wicklow
- Wicklow Street
- Tallaght
- Tallaght hospital
Topics
Stage Sentence Theft Violent Crime
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