A man was found guilty of breaching a safety order under the Domestic Violence Act 2018. He received a one-month suspended sentence in March 2025 and appealed its severity. Garda Rachel O'Mahony reported that the man contacted the injured party multiple times, sending texts that included concert footage of Bruce Springsteen. The victim expressed fear from these communications. His defense claimed remorse and highlighted the extended safety order until 2030, while emphasizing the impact of a conviction on his life.
Judge Christopher Callan stated that the man's actions violated Bruce Springsteen's message and caused significant distress to the victim, who reported feeling fear due to the communication.
Garda Rachel O'Mahony testified that between February and June 2024, the man breached a safety order multiple times by sending distressing text messages, including videos from a Bruce Springsteen concert.
Defence counsel noted the man's sincerity in remorse and confirmed that a safety order is in place until 2030, emphasizing his willingness to take accountability for his actions.
The victim presented a clear impact statement that highlighted the fear she experienced due to the man's behavior, which led to concerns for her safety.
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