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Grandfather who shook infant grandson to death remanded in custody

Summary

In a case heard in the Dublin Circuit Criminal Court, Chang Teng Wang, 58, of Finglas, was remanded in custody ahead of sentencing for the death of his 10‑month‑old grandson, Seán Wang. Wang admitted to gardaí that he had vigorously shaken the infant in an attempt to calm him, an act that caused head and neck trauma leading to Seán's death. He pleaded guilty to unlawful killing on 15 August 2019. The Director of Public Prosecution placed the offence in the medium culpability bracket, but Wang's defence argued for a lower sentencing range, citing his full acceptance of culpability, lack of prior convictions, willingness to leave the country, and a very low risk of reoffending. Wang's plea, status as a foreign national, and cooperation with the court were presented as mitigating factors. The case remains pending sentencing next Monday.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: Grandfather who shook infant grandson to death remanded in custody. Charges or matters: the unlawful killing of Seán Wang on August 15, 2019. Procedural stage: charge_or_pretrial

When:

• August 15, 2019 Adjournment
• August 13, 2019 Incident
• 2023-11-06 Publication

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Stage Charge Or Pretrial

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