John Ndungu jailed for assault causing harm in Balbriggan

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John Ndungu was jailed for assault causing harm at Dublin Circuit Criminal Court on 8 November 2023, receiving 30 months with the final 18 months suspended.

Judge Martina Baxter imposed the sentence, requiring good behaviour and engagement with Probation Services after release.

Ndungu pleaded guilty to assault causing harm to a woman in her home in Balbriggan.

The assault happened on 21 June 2020, and the woman suffered a fractured eye socket, fractured cheekbone and three missing teeth.

Defence counsel said Ndungu apologised, was assessed at low risk of reoffending and had acted out of character.

The proceedings were reported on 8 November 2023.