Dean Reynolds jailed for assault causing harm in Dublin

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Dean Reynolds was sentenced to three years in prison for assault causing harm to Seamus Doyle, with the final 12 months suspended for 12 months. The proceedings were reported on 10 November 2022.

Reynolds pleaded guilty. The attack happened at Texas Fried Chicken in Finglas on 21 November 2017, where CCTV showed him striking Doyle and continuing to kick him after he fell. His defence said he was ashamed, had experienced a difficult and unstable upbringing, and was engaging well in prison. He must keep the peace and be of good behaviour for the suspended period, with credit given for time served.