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Irish Migrant Center Sees Clashes After Alleged Sexual Assault of Child

Irish Migrant Center Sees Clashes After Alleged Sexual Assault of Child

Summary

Protests took place outside an Irish hotel housing asylum seekers after reports of a sexual assault on a 10-year-old girl. Around 500 people were involved in clashes with police in Dublin, leading to the use of a water cannon and police helicopter to manage the situation. A 26-year-old man has been charged with the assault and appeared in court.

Key Facts

  • Protests and clashes happened outside Citywest Hotel in Dublin.
  • The protests were in response to an alleged sexual assault of a 10-year-old girl.
  • About 500 protesters were involved, waving flags and holding anti-immigrant signs.
  • Police used a water cannon and helicopter to control the crowd.
  • This incident follows previous anti-immigrant riots in Dublin.
  • The suspect is a 26-year-old man, who has been charged and appeared in court.
  • The suspect has deferred applying for bail and an Arabic interpreter will assist him.
  • Ireland's Justice Minister and Taoiseach condemned the disorder and praised police efforts.
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