#634 Raising Reckless Kids: Time to Penalise Parents?

The Niall Boylan Podcast (They Told Me To Shut Up) · Jan 28, 2026 · 1h 3m

In this episode, Niall speaks with Councillor Gavin Pepper about the devastating death of Grace Lynch (16), who died in hospital after suffering catastrophic injuries when she was struck by a scrambler bike while crossing a road in Finglas, on her way to meet her boyfriend.

Grace’s death has sent shockwaves through the community and has reignited urgent questions about the unchecked spread of scrambler and scooter bikes across estates in Finglas and throughout the country. These bikes—often sold on the black market—are being driven by children as young as 12 up to 18, frequently without…