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Man jailed for Olympia Theatre assault

Summary

Sean O'Faolain, 48, of Castleknock, pleaded guilty to assault causing harm after punching his ex‑partner at Dublin's Olympia Theatre and again outside the venue, leaving her with a permanent scar. He was sentenced by the Dublin Circuit Criminal Court to 20 months' imprisonment, back‑dated to 19 February 2025. The court noted the victim suffered a deep cut to her chin, fractured jaw, damaged teeth, bruising and ongoing medical and dental costs. O'Faolain had no prior convictions, had pleaded guilty early, and had character references. The judge considered his intoxication and work history but found a custodial sentence appropriate. The sentence was imposed with no suspended portion, and the effective custodial term is the full 20 months. The case remains at the sentencing stage.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: Man jailed for Olympia Theatre assault. Procedural stage: sentence

When:

• April 13, 2024 Incident
• February 19 Other
• 2025-04-02 Publication

Case subjects

Places mentioned

Topics

Stage Sentence Violent Crime

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