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Deegan’s Assault Case Postponed | Cork News
Ross Deegan, 22, who pleaded guilty to punching broadcaster Brendan Courtney in Dublin’s Usher’s Quay, faces a delayed sentencing as the court seeks a fresh probation report and a direct review of damning CCTV footage showing Deegan charging and repeatedly striking Courtney — who suffered a concussion and fractured eye socket. A co-accused also allegedly kicked Courtney while he was pinned against a wall. Deegan, who initially claimed self-defense and has no prior convictions, voluntarily came forward to police and brought €1,500 to court as a gesture of remorse — money Courtney suggested go…
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