In a recent assault case in County Limerick, an incident was brought before the City Police Court. The proceedings took place on Saturday, with Mr Hickson, a magistrate, presiding over the case. Patrick Donnelly, a labourer hailing from the New Pallas district, was brought before the court on the charge of seriously assaulting Patrick Slattery, an elderly man, by striking him with a stone and causing a skull fracture.

Sergeant Sullivan from Kilteely made the application for remanding Patrick Donnelly for eight days to allow for further investigation. The court granted the request, and Donnelly was remanded accordingly. The condition of Patrick Slattery remained critical as he continued to receive medical treatment for his injuries.

Limerick Echo – Tuesday 21 June 1904