John Brennan jailed for assault causing harm to ex-partner

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John Brennan was sentenced to three years in prison, with the final 12 months suspended, at Dublin Circuit Criminal Court on 22 November 2018 for assault causing harm. The offence occurred at his home on 31 August 2014. Brennan had pleaded guilty to assaulting his then girlfriend. The court heard that he struck her in the face, dragged her by her hair and continued punching her until she escaped. The judge reduced a four-year headline sentence after considering his guilty plea, previous good character, remorse and employment record.

The court also heard that the woman suffered facial fractures and lasting psychological effects, including anxiety, panic attacks, night terrors and flashbacks. Her victim impact statement described the ongoing consequences of the assault.