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Man drove off in car as woman's fingertip was severed in car door
Summary
In a Swords District Court hearing, Thomas Dennis, aged 21, was fined €1,500 for failing to report a hit‑and‑run that occurred on 16 December 2012. The incident involved a woman, hairdresser Shauna Weldon, whose right ring finger tip was severed when Dennis drove off in his car while she had her hand in the door. Dennis discovered the severed finger the next day, consulted his father, and only then reported the incident to the Gardaí. He pleaded guilty to the offence of failing to report a hit‑and‑run. Judge Dermot Dempsey noted that the State had not pursued more serious charges and imposed the maximum fine of €2,000, ultimately sentencing Dennis to a €1,500 fine payable over four months. No other penalties were imposed. The case concluded with recognisance pending any appeal.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Man drove off in car as woman's fingertip was severed in car door. Charges or matters: failing to report the occurrence of a hit and run on December 16th, 2012 at Quay Street in Balbriggan; was a €2,000 fine. Procedural stage: sentence
When:
- December 16th, 2012 Hearing Or Sentence
- 2014-01-14 Publication
Case subjects
Defendant
Charges: failing to report the occurrence of a hit and run on December 16th, 2012 at Quay Street in Balbriggan; was a €2,000 fine (Admitted)
Plea: Guilty
Outcome: After considering the incident, Judge Dempsey said his 'hands are tied' in relation to convicting Dennis but fined him €1,500 giving him four months to pay.
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