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Judge notes public order defendant had enough difficulties 'supporting Liverpool'

Summary

A father of four who became aggressive on St Patrick's Day after watching Liverpool lose the Carabao Cup final has received the benefit of the Probation Act. Jonathan Lambe (38) pleaded guilty to public order offences at Tallaght District Court. Gardai arrived at the venue after reports that Lambe had been aggressive towards staff and verbally abusive to a member of the public. His defence said he had "far too much to drink" and was disappointed about Liverpool's loss. Judge John Brennan noted the guilty plea and gave Lambe the benefit of the Probation Act, meaning no conviction was recorded. After the judge made a comment about supporting Liverpool, Lambe laughed and raised his fist in the air, saying: "Yeah, the real Reds.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: Judge notes public order defendant had enough difficulties 'supporting Liverpool'. Charges or matters: public order offences at Tallaght District Court arising from an incident at The Brass Fox, Tuansgate in Tallaght on St Patrick's Day, 2025; the offence under Section 19 of the Criminal Justice (Public Order) Act 1994. Procedural stage: hearing_or_decision

When:

• 2026-04-22 Publication

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Public Order Stage Hearing Or Decision

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