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Dublin Man Charged in Alleged Assault on Campaigner Granted Bail as Case Deferred to December 15

Prosecutors will review the file before the next hearing, with bail limiting contact with campaigners, witnesses, online commentary.

Overview

  • Daniel Soave, 39, of Portland Row, appeared at Dublin District Court on charges of assault causing harm under section 3 and two public order offences under section 6.
  • Garda Colm Maguire told the court he arrested Mr Soave shortly before 6pm on Saturday and that no reply was made to the public order charges.
  • The court heard the defendant responded to the assault allegation with the words “complete lies,” as reported in open court.
  • Judge Derek Cooney granted bail with conditions including twice‑weekly sign‑ons, providing a new phone number within 72 hours, notifying any address change, avoiding contact with witnesses or campaigners, and refraining from online posts about the case.
  • The alleged offences occurred Friday on North Strand Road near the Five Lamps during canvassing activity, with the matter adjourned pending DPP directions and a return date set for December 15.