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Trial of man accused of trying to murder three children outside primary school is postponed

Date
2024-12-18
Stage
Charge Or Pretrial
Primary locality
Dublin
County
Dublin

Summary

The trial of Riad Bouchaker, 50, accused of seriously assaulting a care worker and attempting to murder three children outside a primary school in Dublin, has been postponed. Lawyers have requested a neuropsychologist's report, which is expected by the end of February. The court has adjourned the case to February 26 for an update. Bouchaker faces charges of attempted murder of two girls and a boy, assault causing serious harm to a care worker, and possession or production of a knife. The incident occurred on 23 November 2023 outside the school.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: Trial of man accused of trying to murder three children outside primary school is postponed. Charges or matters: the attempted murder of two female children and one male child. Procedural stage: charge_or_pretrial

When:

Case subjects

Riad Bouchaker

Accused

Charges: the attempted murder of two female children and one male child (Alleged Or Contested)

Outcome: Mr Justice McDermott adjourned the matter to February 26 for an update.

Places mentioned

Address Area
  • Parnell Square
Secondary Mention
Court Venue
  • Central Criminal Court

Topics

Stage Charge Or Pretrial Violent Crime

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