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Woman's 'remarkable forgiveness' saves her attacker from jail term

Summary

In a Dublin Circuit Court hearing, a 31‑year‑old man pleaded guilty to assault causing harm and contravening a protection order after an incident in May 2022. The victim, a 31‑year‑old woman, had a protection order against him and described the assault as a "blessing in disguise" that led him to address his addiction and mental health issues. Judge Jonathan Dunphy imposed a suspended prison sentence of two years and six months, suspended for four years under strict conditions, citing the woman's plea for leniency and the potential impact on their family. The court noted the man's remorse, his engagement with addiction and mental health services, and his low risk of re‑offending. The couple are now engaged and the man remains under probation supervision for 18 months.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: Woman's 'remarkable forgiveness' saves her attacker from jail term. Charges or matters: assault causing harm and contravening a protection order on a date in May 2022. Procedural stage: sentence

When:

• May 2022 Incident
• 2025-10-23 Publication

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Stage Sentence Violent Crime

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