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Addict jailed for attacking partner in front of child, despite engagement
Summary
Craig Corcoran, 29, pleaded guilty to assault causing harm, trespass and obstruction of a peace officer after punching his former partner in front of their child. The incident occurred on 17 February 2022 at Empress Place, Dublin 1, when Corcoran followed the victim, struck her twice, and fled after a confrontation with Gardaí. He was later arrested after climbing a wall and entering a building via its roof. Corcoran has 66 prior convictions, mainly for assault and drug offences. Judge Orla Crowe sentenced him to 27 months, with the final six months suspended for two years on strict conditions, including Probation Service supervision. The court noted the presence of the child and the aggravating nature of the assault, but also considered mitigating factors such as Corcoran's guilty plea, apology, and efforts to address his drug addiction while in custody. The couple, now engaged, had reconciled after the incident.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Addict jailed for attacking partner in front of child, despite engagement. Charges or matters: assault causing harm, trespass and obstruction of a peace officer on February 17, 2022 at Empress Place, Dublin 1. Procedural stage: sentence
When:
- February 17, 2022 Incident
- 2022-12-05 Publication
Case subjects
Defendant
Charges: assault causing harm, trespass and obstruction of a peace officer on February 17, 2022 at Empress Place, Dublin 1 (Admitted)
Plea: Guilty
Outcome: She imposed a sentence of 27 months with the final six months suspended for two years on strict conditions, including that Corcoran place himself under the supervision of the Probation Service.
Places mentioned
- Monastery View
- Empress Place
- Dublin
- Corcoran place
- Probation Service. Dublin Circuit Criminal Court
- Dublin
Topics
Drugs Stage Sentence Violent Crime
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