A Dublin bus driver punched a 12-year-old boy after a disagreement over a fare escalated. The boy had exited the bus but attempted to prevent the doors from closing by placing his foot back inside. This action provoked a violent response from Colin Byrne, who attacked the boy in what was described as a "total overreaction." The confrontation left the child with visible injuries, prompting discussions on passenger safety and driver conduct in public transportation settings.
A Dublin bus driver, Colin Byrne, physically assaulted a 12-year-old boy after a confrontation over bus fare escalated. The boy had tried to stop the doors from closing.
The incident began when the boy was removed from the bus, leading him to put his foot back in the door. This action triggered a violent reaction from the driver.
Eyewitness accounts describe a rapid escalation of the situation, culminating in Byrne reacting with excessive force, which resulted in serious facial injuries to the child.
The attack by the bus driver has raised concerns about the safety of young passengers and the appropriate response to fare disputes.
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