Soldier Beats Woman Unconscious: Court Lets Him Walk Free

LIMERICK, IRELAND – A violent attack on Natasha O’Brien by Defense Forces member Cathal Crotty has stirred outrage and concern in the community. Crotty, 22, received a three-year suspended sentence and was ordered to pay €3,000 in compensation to Ms. O’Brien for the assault that left her unconscious. The incident, which took place in civilian … Read more

Assaulting Soldier Given Suspended Sentence and Ordered to Pay Compensation

Limerick, Ireland – A 22-year-old man, Cathal Crotty, received a three-year suspended sentence at the Limerick Circuit Criminal Court, along with a €3,000 compensation order to the victim, Ms. O’Brien. This decision comes after a violent assault where Crotty hit O’Brien with up to six punches, leaving her with severe injuries and trauma. The case … Read more