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On bail criminal with 330 previous convictions in violent mugging

Summary

In a Dublin Circuit Criminal Court hearing, a 19‑year‑old Trinity College student recounted a violent late‑night mugging that occurred early on 13 September 2018. While socialising near Londis on Westmoreland Street, a woman stole the student's wallet. The victim pursued her to Aston Place, where he was confronted by Anthony Dennis (37) of Ballyfermot and two other men. Dennis punched the student, who fell to the ground, and then, with the others, searched his pockets and took his phone. The student suffered a head injury and jaw pain, and he reported the crime the following day. Dennis, who had 330 prior convictions and was on bail, pleaded guilty to assault causing harm. Judge Pauline Codd sentenced him to five years' imprisonment, suspending the final year on the condition of good behaviour for one year after release, and backdated the sentence for time already served. The student, now 21, expressed forgiveness for Dennis in his victim impact statement.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: On bail criminal with 330 previous convictions in violent mugging. Charges or matters: assault causing harm earlier this week. Procedural stage: sentence

When:

• 13 September Hearing Or Sentence
• 2022-07-07 Publication

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Stage Sentence Violent Crime

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