Horrific photograph shown in Kildare court

A disturbing photograph showing bloody injuries sustained by a Kildare woman was shown to those at an in-camera (in private) Naas District Court session.

The court was told by Garda Sergeant Brian Jacob on Thursday, February 23, that the injuries occurred after the woman's ex-partner allegedly hit her in the face with a closed fist.

It was heard that the alleged assault caused her to sustain a fractured nose, in addition to swelling to her face.

Judge Desmond Zaidan refused jurisdiction over the case, and explained why while showing a photograph of the woman to Sgt Jacob and the man's solicitor, Tim Kennelly.

The judge said: "I am satisfied that this is a minor allegation."

In reference to the matter being for summary disposal, Judge Zaidan was critical.

He asked: "How can the Director of Public Prosecutions say that this is a minor allegation?"

Judge Zaidan also cited the fact that the alleged defendant was the woman's ex-partner.

The case involving the defendant was adjourned to June 22.

The judge granted bail for the accused until this date.