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Brothers damaged pub, attacked patron after drink refusal

Summary

In a Dublin Circuit Criminal Court hearing, Shane Byrne (35) and his brother Luke (28) pleaded guilty to assault causing harm and criminal damage after a St Stephen's Day incident at Boomers Bar, Woodford Walk, Clondalkin. The brothers, who had been refused further drinks, entered the pub, damaged the exterior and several parked cars, and then attempted to re‑enter after the pub was closed. A customer tried to stop Luke, who pushed him to the ground, causing a 90‑degree ankle twist and a bad fracture that required surgery. Both brothers then kicked and punched the victim, who was off work for three and a half months. Judge Martin Nolan sentenced Shane to 16 months in prison, describing him as the "initiator" of the "obstreperous behaviour", while Luke received a fully suspended 16‑month sentence and was ordered to pay €4,000 to the victim or a charity of the victim's choice.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: Brothers damaged pub, attacked patron after drink refusal. Charges or matters: assault causing harm and criminal damage at Boomers Bar, Woodford Walk, Clondalkin, Dublin 22 on St Stephen's Day, 2022. Procedural stage: sentence

When:

• 2024-02-08 Publication

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Stage Sentence Violent Crime

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