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Criminal complained of own injuries after 'horrific assault' on ex-partner
Summary
A violent criminal, Colm Carroll, has been jailed for four years after pleading guilty to two counts of assault causing harm to his then partner. Despite his guilty plea, Carroll disputed the facts of the case and claimed he also received injuries during the incident. Judge Sheahan described the attack as 'horrific' and noted that the victim remains deeply traumatised. The court considered aggravating factors, including Carroll's previous convictions, his being on bail at the time, and the incident occurring within an intimate relationship. The judge acknowledged Carroll's genuine remorse and took into account his guilty plea, family support, and efforts to address his addiction. A five-year sentence was imposed, with the final 12 months suspended on strict conditions. The court directed Probation Services to engage with Carroll before his release to ensure he continues addressing his addiction. The incident involved Carroll kicking and punching his partner while demanding money, leading to severe injuries and long-term trauma for the victim.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Criminal complained of own injuries after 'horrific assault' on ex-partner. Charges or matters: two counts of assault causing harm at George's Hill, Dublin 7, on February 26, 2025; the charges as prosecuted on the evidence in the book of evidence. Procedural stage: sentence
When:
- February 26, 2025 Incident
- May 5 Incident
- March 2025 Incident
- 2026-07-16 Publication
Case subjects
Defendant
Charges: two counts of assault causing harm at George's Hill, Dublin 7, on February 26, 2025; the charges as prosecuted on the evidence in the book of evidence (Admitted)
Plea: Guilty
Outcome: Judge Sheahan imposed a five-year sentence, with the final 12 months suspended on strict conditions, including probation supervision. Gda Reynolds said Carroll was in custody on this alone until March 2025, but was sentenced for another matter earlier this year.
Places mentioned
- Frenchman's Lane
- Dublin
- Dublin
- Dublin Circuit Criminal Court
- Mater Hospital
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