# Bouchaker’s Remorse in Parnell Square Case

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Podcast: [Ireland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/ireland-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7596853)
Published: 2026-06-23T11:49:21+00:00
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A man accused of attempting to murder three children in a harrowing Parnell Square incident has told gardaí he didn’t mean to hurt anyone, expressing deep remorse and confusion over his actions. Fifty-two-year-old Riad Bouchaker, who has no fixed address, described his mind as “squeezed, smashed” and said he wouldn’t have acted if he were in his right mind. He thanked God the children survived and said they didn’t deserve what happened. Charged with attempted murder, assault, and possessing a knife, Bouchaker has pleaded not guilty. CCTV footage from his interviews shows him accepting responsibility and offering to face whatever the family demands. One girl suffered severe brain damage, and the parents are said to be the most devastated. His defense focuses on his mental state at the time. The trial continues before Justice Tony Hunt and a jury. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/6c1961b51604cae2

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