Serena O’Leary given probation bond for assault

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Serena O’Leary was given a 12-month probation bond for assault causing harm at Dublin Circuit Criminal Court on 31 May 2019.

The assault happened at Cathedral View Walk, Dublin, on 20 August 2016, after O’Leary produced a nine-inch blade.

O’Leary pleaded guilty after Caroline Madden stopped the blade reaching her stomach before being punched in the face.

Sentencing was adjourned to 10 June 2020, while O’Leary was ordered to follow probation directions on counselling, accommodation and employment services.