Thursday 29 October 2026Compiled from published reports. Every claim links to its source.

Ireland Crime

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Case No. 11266Assault · Co. Kildare · 21 Nov 2025

Man charged over slash hook assault in Naas, Kildare, adjourned to July

Robert Leahy, 32, has been charged over an alleged assault on a man at The Alley, Fairgreen, Naas, Co Kildare, on November 21, 2025, in which a slash hook was allegedly used. The injured man is alleged to have sustained injuries to his hands, head and stomach. Leahy appeared before Naas District Court, as reported in January 2026, and the case was adjourned to July 1 by Judge Desmond Zaidan, with the defendant remanded on continuing bail.

  1. Reportednot reported
  2. Arrestednot reported
  3. Chargednot reported
  4. In court30 Jan
  5. Verdict
  6. Sentenced
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Key facts

consolidated from all reports
What happened
Robert Leahy, 32, has been charged with an allegation of assault.
Where
The alleged assault took place at The Alley, Fairgreen, Naas, close to the main street.
When
The alleged assault happened on November 21, 2025.
Weapon
A slash hook was used in the alleged assault.
Other details
  • The injured party, a man, is alleged to have sustained injuries to his hands, head and stomach.
  • No arrest date is given in the reports.
Charges
Robert Leahy was charged with assault, which is an allegation.
In court
  • Robert Leahy appeared before Naas District Court, as reported in January 2026.
  • The case was adjourned to July 1 by Judge Desmond Zaidan.
  • The defendant was remanded on continuing bail.
Investigation
Sergeant Dave Hanrahan outlined the alleged injuries to the court.
9 statements extracted from the articles
  • whereThe alleged assault took place at The Alley, Fairgreen, Naas. (kildarenow.com)
  • whereThe incident occurred close to the main street. (kildarenow.com)
  • whenThe alleged assault happened on November 21, 2025. (kildarenow.com)
  • weaponA slash hook was used in the alleged assault. (kildarenow.com)
  • chargeRobert Leahy was charged with an allegation of assault. (kildarenow.com)
  • courtRobert Leahy appeared before Naas District Court. (kildarenow.com)
  • courtThe case was adjourned to July 1 by Judge Desmond Zaidan. (kildarenow.com)
  • courtThe defendant was remanded on continuing bail. (kildarenow.com)
  • otherThe injured party is alleged to have sustained injuries to his hands, head and stomach. (kildarenow.com)

The reporting

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  1. 30 Jan2026
    In courtkildarenow.com, first report
    Man sustained injuries in a slash hook assault near a town centre in Kildare - court allegation

    Court appearance report: names the accused, states the alleged weapon, the injuries alleged and the adjournment and bail terms. No arrest or charge date is given.

    victim, maleaccused, Robert Leahy, 32, named, irish (judged from name)Robert Leahy