Man who injured Garda in football match says strike was 'reflex action'

A former Dublin footballer accused of breaking another player's jaw on the pitch told gardaí he struck out in a “reflex action” after he had been hit in the testicles, a court has heard.

Man who injured Garda in football match says strike was 'reflex action'

A former Dublin footballer accused of breaking another player's jaw on the pitch told gardaí he struck out in a “reflex action” after he had been hit in the testicles, a court has heard.

Brendan McManamon (aged 30) has denied assault causing harm to Garda Enda Ledwith during a league match at Na Fianna GAA Club, St Mobhi Road, Glasnevin on March 31, 2012.

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