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Retired garda drops appeal over destruction order for dog who bit walker

Summary

An 85-year-old retired Garda from Strokestown, County Roscommon has withdrawn his High Court appeal against a destruction order for his Jack Russell terrier, Kim. The dog bit a woman on the Strokestown Famine Trail on 6 March 2022 near Mr Rogers' home at Bumlin. The injured party required eight stitches and hospital treatment following the incident. Roscommon District Court issued the destruction order in late April under the Control of Dogs Act 1986, finding the dog dangerous and not properly controlled. Mr Rogers appealed to the Circuit Court, which dismissed his challenge and upheld the lower court's decision in May. When Mr Rogers sought further appeal to the High Court, he subsequently withdrew his application before the Deputy Master. The destruction order therefore remains in effect. The High Court heard the matter briefly before being struck out.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: Retired garda drops appeal over destruction order for dog who bit walker. Procedural stage: hearing_or_decision

When:

• March 6th, 2022 Incident
• 2022-07-28 Publication

Why: In order to do that, he was required to make a preliminary application before the High Court seeking an extension of time so he can be allowed bring his appeal. CNI source report

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