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Man claimed self-defence over attack on RTÉ broadcaster Brendan Courtney as he walked home along Dublin’s quays, court told

Summary by Irish Independent
A man who punched broadcaster Brendan Courtney several times voluntarily contacted gardaí to tell him he had been involved in the assault, a court has heard.

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Man who punched broadcaster Brendan Courtney to be sentenced

Ross Deegan of An Riasc, Finglas, Dublin 1 contacted gardai voluntarily on 5 March, 2025, identifying his involvement in the assault.

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Man claimed self-defence over attack on RTÉ broadcaster Brendan Courtney as he walked home along Dublin’s quays, court told

A man who punched broadcaster Brendan Courtney several times voluntarily contacted gardaí to tell him he had been involved in the assault, a court has heard.

·Ireland
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Irish Independent broke the news in Ireland on Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
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