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Irish Daily Mirror
20 hours ago
- Irish Daily Mirror
Young girl injured in Parnell Square 'back in school' and 'getting stronger'
The young girl who was seriously injured in a stabbing incident on Parnell Square is 'back in school' and 'getting stronger again' after an "unexpected stay back in hospital". The little girl, who was aged five at the time of the horror November attack in 2023 was critically injured and spent 281 days in Temple Street Children's Hospital before being released at the end of August last year. Two other children and a carer, who also sustained injuries, received treatment in hospital before being released. A fundraiser was set up for the young girl, called Barróg do Chailín Beag or a Hug For A Little Girl, with her family sharing updates on her health as people continue to donate to the fundraiser. So far, it has raised over €134,000.. In their most recent post on Friday, the family said: 'Our angel warrior's resilience is impressive. 'Even after an unexpected stay back in hospital, she smiled through lines being put in, bloods being drawn, oxygen mask, the works. 'She is out again, back home, back in school, getting stronger again. 'Despite the circumstances, it was really nice seeing so many familiar faces. They were also delighted to see how far she has come, how strong she looks.' So far the GoFundMe has raised €134,304, far surpassing the initial €500 target. To donate, go here. Riad Bouchaker (50) is currently before the courts charged with three counts of attempted murder, one of producing and possessing a kitchen knife, three counts of assault causing harm and one of assault causing serious harm.
BreakingNews.ie
28-05-2025
- General
- BreakingNews.ie
Parnell Square attack trial must be given priority, says judge
The trial of Riad Bouchaker, who is charged with assaulting a care worker and attempting to murder three children at Parnell Square in Dublin, must be given priority due to the youth of some of the alleged victims, a judge has said. Lawyers for Mr Bouchaker (50) told Mr Justice Paul McDermott at the Central Criminal Court on Wednesday morning that they are still waiting for a psychiatrist's report. Advertisement The Central Criminal Court has previously heard that a psychiatrist assessing Mr Bouchaker asked for a report from a neuropsychologist. That report has been given to the psychiatrist, who has indicated she will complete her report within three weeks. Mr Justice McDermott noted the age of the complainants and said the case must be given priority as soon as the psychiatric issue is resolved. He asked that everyone involved, including lawyers and professionals, "strain themselves" to ensure it gets on as quickly as possible. Ireland Girl injured in Parnell Square stabbing 'stands fo... Read More The matter will be mentioned again in June. Mr Bouchaker, of no fixed abode, is charged with the attempted murder of two girls and one boy. He is also charged with assault causing serious harm to a care worker and possession or production of a knife. The incident occurred at Parnell Square on the afternoon of November 23rd, 2023. In February this year, the Department of Justice and the courts announced a protocol to fast-track trials involving children. The courts have committed to completing the trial process within one year, where possible, if a child is the alleged victim or perpetrator.
Irish Examiner
10-05-2025
- Irish Examiner
Little girl injured in Dublin knife attack ‘in school full-time'
A girl who was seriously injured in the knife attack in Dublin's Parnell Square is back in full-time education, her family has said. Through a message on a GoFundMe page, the family said the girl is not in mainstream education and that the staff at the institution she is attending have 'gone above and beyond' for her. Two other children and a creche worker were also hurt in the attack in Parnell Square East on November 23 2023. The girl, who is now aged six but was five at the time, was gravely injured and spent several weeks in paediatric intensive care. She spent more than 370 days in hospital before moving home. Earlier this year, she was said to be 'thriving' and does not remember the incident in November 2023. They said she had begun communicating on a 'a whole new level' in March. In an update on Thursday, her family said: 'She has been attending school full-time. 'She is not attending mainstream school, just to clarify. 'The staff at this very special institution have gone above and beyond (in our eyes) to make our little girl feel part of the group, even after joining mid-school year. 'We are forever grateful to the love and dedication everyone has shown her. 'She has been attempting different sounds (some nasal ones), and moving her arms with more intent. 'Her happiness is infectious. 'We have had some challenging days; we all go through them, even if we wouldn't like a six-year-old to have to. 'As summer approaches, we are so happy to be able to spend it at home, hoping to spend days outdoors, smell the warm air, enjoy the sun and the sea.' A man has been charged in relation to the incident and his case is before a Dublin court. Riad Bouchaker, 50, of no fixed address, is accused of trying to murder two girls and a boy. He is also charged with assault causing serious harm to a creche worker. He is further charged with three counts of assault causing harm and the possession and production of a knife.
