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Pair avoid jail for engaging in "extreme acts of violence"

Summary

In a Dublin Circuit Criminal Court hearing, ambulance driver Dylan Gray (19) and co‑accused Dylan Barry (19) avoided jail for a violent attack on Nigel Kennedy at Missoni's chipper, Sallynoggin, on 13 December 2014. The court heard that the pair punched and kicked Kennedy, with Gray dragging him to the ground where the attackers continued to strike him. Kennedy refused to give a statement, preventing assault charges. Judge Melanie Greally noted the extreme violence, including a kick to the head and punches while Kennedy was on the ground. Both men pleaded guilty to violent disorder. The judge, citing their youth, lack of prior convictions, and remorse, suspended a three‑year sentence on the condition of 240 hours of community service within a year. Gray's father, Derek Gray, expressed disbelief and a sense of parental failure, while Barry's lawyers highlighted a history of bullying and trauma, noting his remorse during Garda interviews.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: Pair avoid jail for engaging in "extreme acts of violence". Charges or matters: violent disorder at Missoni's chipper, Sallynoggin on December 13, 2014. Procedural stage: sentence

When:

• December 13, 2014 Incident
• 2016-06-29 Publication

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Stage Sentence Violent Crime

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