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Seven years for arson and handgun attack on two homes in two days
Summary
Daryl Smith (22) was jailed for seven years for arson and reckless discharge of a handgun during a feud between crime gangs. He was captured on CCTV setting a house on fire and later firing a handgun at another home. Smith's own home was later attacked in retaliation. The court heard that much of the evidence against him was found on his phone, including videos of firearms and cash. Smith's defense highlighted his difficult background and youth, arguing for a reduced sentence. The judge noted the crimes were part of a gang feud and sentenced Smith to seven years, taking into account his guilty pleas and potential for rehabilitation. Smith's co-accused, Jordan Domican, was previously sentenced to seven and a half years for facilitating the criminal organization.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Seven years for arson and handgun attack on two homes in two days. Charges or matters: arson on May 9, 2024, as well as possession of a firearm and reckless discharge of a firearm on May 11, 2024. Procedural stage: sentence
When:
- May 9, 2024 Incident
- May 11, 2024 Incident
- 2025-12-16 Publication
Case subjects
Convicted Person
Charges: arson on May 9, 2024, as well as possession of a firearm and reckless discharge of a firearm on May 11, 2024 (Admitted)
Plea: Guilty
Outcome: Judge Nolan set a headline sentence of 12 years' imprisonment, before taking into account Smith's guilty pleas, his youth, the hope for rehabilitation and "his stupidity to some degree".
Convicted Person
Charges: arson on May 9, 2024, as well as possession of a firearm and reckless discharge of a firearm on May 11, 2024 (Alleged Or Contested)
Outcome: Jordan Domican (24), was sentenced earlier this year to seven and a half years' imprisonment for facilitating a criminal organisation in relation to the same incidents. He submitted that his client's sentence should be marginally less than Domican's.
Places mentioned
- Dublin
- Dublin Circuit Criminal Court
- Carnlough Road
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