Siblings jailed for six years for Wicklow assault

A Wicklow brother and sister who assaulted a man outside his home leaving him with extensive head and facial injuries have been jailed for six years at Dublin Circuit Criminal Court.

Fri, 24 Feb, 2012 - 16:57

A Wicklow brother and sister who assaulted a man outside his home leaving him with extensive head and facial injuries have been jailed for six years at Dublin Circuit Criminal Court.

Emma O'Brien (aged 29) of Old Connaught View, Bray, Co. Wicklow and Wesley O'Brien (aged 22) Ashlawn Court, also in Bray had pleaded not guilty to assault causing serious harm to Michael Connors (aged 47), possession of a hatchet with intent to cause serious injury and violent disorder at Old Connaught View on March 14, 2009.