MAN PLEADS GUILTY TO ATTEMPTED MURDER OF EX-GIRLFRIEND
Josh O'Brien, who lives on Walkinstown Avenue in Crumlin, has pleaded guilty to charges of attempted murder involving Niamh Kelly.A 22-year-old male has acknowledged responsibility for assaulting his former partner in Dublin the previous year.
In a brief hearing at the Central Criminal Court today, Josh O'Brien from Walkinstown Avenue, Crumlin, Dublin 12, entered a guilty plea for the attempted murder of Niamh Kelly.
The incident occurred on Firhouse Road, Firhouse, Dublin 24, on September 19, 2024.
Senior defence attorney Michael O'Higgins told the court that the victim was O'Brien's partner at the relevant time.
He added that Ms Kelly remains in treatment for her injuries and that a medical report about her condition has been obtained.
He requested that sentencing proceedings be postponed until later in October to allow for an updated medical report that would better reflect her recovery.
Vincent Heneghen SC, representing the Director of Public Prosecutions, stated that the prosecution agreed to this postponement.
Additionally, Mr O'Higgins indicated he was seeking a psychological assessment for his client, who has no previous criminal record.
Judge Paul McDermott ordered the preparation of a probation report and a victim impact statement, and the case was adjourned until October 6.
