Doctor assaulted, court hears

A garda based in Finglas told Dublin District Court yesterday that Mr Christopher Salinger (19), of Druid Court, Poppintree, …

A garda based in Finglas told Dublin District Court yesterday that Mr Christopher Salinger (19), of Druid Court, Poppintree, Dublin, attacked a doctor when he was discovered in his surgery at Main Street, Finglas, on January 15th, allegedly searching for drugs and syringes.

Judge David Riordan remanded the defendant on continuing bail to July 1st. He is charged with robbery and common assault.

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