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'If we cannot protect children, what are we doing here?' man accused of breaking boy's nose refused bail
Summary
A man in his 20s was refused bail at Dún Laoghaire District Court after being accused of assaulting a seven-year-old boy, allegedly causing a broken nose and fractured cheekbone. The judge cited the seriousness of the alleged injuries, evidence concerns and possible witness interference before remanding him in custody.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: 'If we cannot protect children, what are we doing here?' man accused of breaking boy's nose refused bail. Procedural stage: sentence
When:
- 17 March Incident
- March 24 Adjournment
- 2026-03-19 Publication
Case subjects
Accused
Outcome: In refusing bail, the judge said the court must balance the presumption of innocence with the need to consider "the nature and seriousness of the offence, the strength of the evidence, and the likelihood of a significant custodial sentence".; The accused was remanded in custody and is due to appear again before Dún Laoghaire District Court via video link on March 24 at 10.30am for directions from the DPP.
Places mentioned
- Dún Laoghaire District Court
- taken to Dún Laoghaire Garda Station
Topics
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