In a case that has shaken the capital, a Dublin court today found a man guilty of the attempted murder of three children. The verdict, delivered after days of harrowing testimony, brings a measure of closure to a community left reeling. The children, whose identities are protected by law, survived the attack but bear deep physical and emotional scars.
The defendant faces a lengthy prison sentence when he is sentenced next month. For the families, the ruling is a step towards healing. But for many, the question remains: how did it come to this?
The case has reignited debates about child safety and support for vulnerable families in Ireland. As the judge adjourned, the courtroom fell silent. Justice, it seemed, had been served.
But the real work lies ahead for the services tasked with helping these young survivors rebuild their lives.
