'He had to be put down': Man describes giving alleged Parnell Square attacker a 'dig in the jaw'

A man recounted in court how he had to physically intervene and give an alleged Parnell Square attacker a "dig in the jaw" to stop the assault. The attacker, Riad Bouchaker, has pleaded not guilty to the attempted murder of three children during an incident on November 23, 2023. This case highlights the gravity of violent attacks on children and the community's immediate, albeit desperate, response to protect the vulnerable. The trial continues to draw significant attention as it underscores the potential consequences of violent actions.