Accused of ‘serious’ assault in Portlaoise

A man has been remanded in custody in relation to an assault in Portlaoise. 

Dean Gray, 35, of No Fixed Abode, Ballymun, Dublin is accused of assault causing harm and attempted robbery at the Dublin Road in Portlaoise on February 16 last. 

The defendant, who appeared at Portlaoise District Court via video link, is further charged with trespass at a building on the Dublin Road in Portlaoise on February 17 last. 

Garda Sergeant JJ Kirby described the allegations as “very serious” and said there may be additional charges. He said a file has been sent to the DPP.  

Judge Andrew Cody remanded the defendant in custody to reappear by video link on March 9.