Declan Grimes was sentenced to a total of 8 years and 3 months for an assault characterized by prolonged violence, described by the judge as 'almost torture'. This assault included false imprisonment and livestreaming the abuse on Facebook, which drew recognition from the victim's family. The incident took place during a gathering in Dundalk involving drugs and alcohol, where an argument escalated into physical violence. Judge Dara Hayes noted the difficult nature of the footage shown in court, emphasizing the severity of the victim's ordeal.
Judge Dara Hayes stated that the footage presented during the case revealed scenes that were 'difficult viewing' and characterized the incident as 'almost torture' inflicted on the victim.
Declan Grimes livestreamed the assault on Facebook using the victim's phone, showcasing the abuse and threats directed at the injured man for over three hours.
Grimes received sentences of 7 years and 3 years, nine months for false imprisonment and assault causing harm, respectively, culminating in a total of 8 years and three months, with the last two years conditionally suspended.
The incident occurred in Dundalk during a social gathering involving alcohol and drugs, where the assault escalated following a dispute over drug use, particularly crack cocaine.
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