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Man assaulted woman while naked in hotel corridor
Summary
A man who assaulted a former partner while naked in a hotel corridor has been given a suspended sentence. Shane McMorrow (44) of Fairways Park, Finglas, pleaded guilty at Dublin Circuit Criminal Court to assault of the woman in a Dublin hotel on October 30, 2023. Judge Martin Nolan noted that the incident occurred during an argument after a dinner, with McMorrow following the woman into the corridor, naked, and attempting to drag her back into the room. The woman was left traumatised and humiliated, though the physical injuries were not serious. The judge did not believe McMorrow would reoffend and imposed a two and a half year suspended sentence on strict conditions. Evidence showed that McMorrow had previously smashed the woman's phone. The woman expressed feeling let down by the justice system and described the incident as deeply traumatic. McMorrow's defence highlighted his brain injury and his attendance at counselling, noting his remorse and current stable relationship.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Man assaulted woman while naked in hotel corridor. Charges or matters: assault of the woman in a Dublin hotel on October 30, 2023. Procedural stage: sentence
When:
- October 30, 2023 Incident
- November 25 Other
- 2025-11-27 Publication
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Defendant
Charges: assault of the woman in a Dublin hotel on October 30, 2023 (Admitted)
Plea: Guilty
Outcome: Passing sentence today, Judge Martin Nolan said McMorrow was involved in a relationship with the injured party and they had arranged to go to a hotel for the night. He imposed a two and a half year sentence which he suspended in full on strict conditions.
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