'I feared for my life' - Dublin horse handler struck US tourist in face with vape
A Dublin horse handler received a suspended sentence and community service for assaulting a US tourist with a vape.Summary
Scott Clarke, a 24-year-old horse handler in Dublin, was ordered to perform 150 hours of community service after pleading guilty to assaulting an American tourist. The incident occurred outside the Guinness Storehouse in February 2023, stemming from a dispute over pricing for a horse and carriage ride. Clarke threw a vape at the tourist, resulting in the loss of a tooth and requiring approximately US$5,000 in dental implants. The victim stated he feared for his life and the incident negatively impacted a holiday with his parents. Judge Martina Baxter described Clarke’s behavior as “reprehensible” and “aggressive,” but noted his guilty plea and his role as a carer for his father who has advanced cancer when handing down the sentence.
(Source：Irish Mirror)
