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Assault defendant said she and former friend were 'reefing the head off each other'
Summary
In a case heard on 7 November 2023, Judge Martina Baxter directed the Probation Service to assess Amy Bergin, 29, for suitability for community service following her guilty plea to one count of assault at the Cock and Bull Pub, Coolock, on 3 February 2019. Bergin, a former friend of the victim, claimed she and the victim were "reefing the head off each other" during a brief altercation that lasted less than ten seconds. The victim reported a flicking or scraping action, a thrown drink, and a push against her face, resulting in a cut and bruised head. No CCTV or witnesses were available. Bergin has 21 prior convictions, mainly for traffic offences, and no recent Garda attention. The court noted mitigation, including family support, a letter of apology, and a medical report, and adjourned the case to 12 February 2024 for finalisation, while ordering a restorative justice assessment.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Assault defendant said she and former friend were 'reefing the head off each other'. Charges or matters: one count of assault at the Cock and Bull Pub, Coolock on February 3, 2019; assault. Procedural stage: sentence
When:
- February 3, 2019 Incident
- July 13, 2023 Incident
- February 12, 2024 Hearing Or Sentence
- 2023-11-07 Publication
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Defendant
Charges: one count of assault at the Cock and Bull Pub, Coolock on February 3, 2019; assault (Admitted)
Plea: Guilty
Outcome: Judge Martina Baxter ordered the Probation Service today to carry out an assessment of Bergin to consider her suitability for community service. She ordered the Probation Service to prepare a report and to assess the suitability for Bergin to carry out community service.; Adjourning the case to February 12, 2024 for finalisation, Judge Baxter directed the Probation Service to assess Bergin's suitability for a restorative justice programme and what other supports may be available to her.
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