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flag Jonathan O’Neill sentenced to 3 years, 9 months for unprovoked Christmas attack on Dublin garda, causing lasting harm.

flag Jonathan O’Neill, 35, with a history of substance abuse and 37 prior convictions, was sentenced to three years and nine months in prison for punching off-duty Garda Stephen Walsh during a Christmas night attack in Dublin’s Temple Bar on December 14, 2024. flag The unprovoked assault, captured on CCTV, left Walsh unconscious with spinal fluid leakage and permanent hearing difficulties. flag A co-accused caused more serious injuries to Garda Paul McCauley, who fell into a coma. flag O’Neill pleaded guilty to assault causing harm, not the more serious charge, and expressed remorse. flag The judge emphasized the severity and unprovoked nature of the attack, noting it caused the victim to fall, worsening injuries. flag The sentence included a six-month suspended term under strict conditions. flag Walsh read a victim impact statement detailing lasting physical and professional consequences.

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