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Man Charged with Attempted Murder of Children Declared Unfit for Trial

12/19/2025

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Riad Bouchaker is charged with attempting to murder three children and assaulting a care worker in Dublin.
He is deemed unfit for trial due to a mental disorder.
The six-month review process would be at the Central Mental Hospital if he remains unfit.
The hearing continues January 19, 2026, with naming restrictions to protect identities.

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Story summary

Riad Bouchaker is charged with attempting to murder three children and assaulting a care worker in Dublin.
He is deemed unfit for trial due to a mental disorder.
The six-month review process would be at the Central Mental Hospital if he remains unfit.
The hearing continues January 19, 2026, with naming restrictions to protect identities.