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Man who lost his temper and shot work colleague in the buttock sentenced to seven years

Summary

In a Dublin recycling firm, Anton Zefaj, aged 34, shot mechanic Stanislaw Bognal in the buttock six times after a dispute over truck brakes. The incident occurred on 7 August 2012 at National Recycling in Clondalkin. Zefaj was found guilty of possessing a firearm with intent to endanger life, possessing a firearm in suspicious circumstances, and assault causing harm. He received a seven‑year sentence, with the final three years suspended. Judge Desmond Hogan noted Zefaj's short temper and prior temper loss in custody, but also his cooperation in prison. Zefaj offered €4,000 compensation to Bognal, which the court directed to be handed over. Bognal, a Polish mechanic, was treated at James Connolly Memorial Hospital and remains fearful of his safety. Zefaj, originally from Albania, had lived in Ireland for 17 years under a false name before regularising his status last year. The court ordered Zefaj to maintain good behaviour for three years upon release.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: Man who lost his temper and shot work colleague in the buttock sentenced to seven years. Procedural stage: sentence. Findings: Found guilty

When:

• August 7, 2012 Incident
• 2014-11-14 Publication

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Topics

Firearms Stage Sentence Violent Crime

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