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13/03/2023
Three Men Jailed Over 'Savage Group Attack' In 2018
Three men have been jailed at Belfast Magistrates' Court in connection with a "savage group attack" on a man in West Belfast in 2018, which police assess to be linked to Arm Na Poblachta (ANP).
Sean Megaw (34) and Mark McGrann (39) were sentenced to four and a half years, half to be served in custody and half on licence.
Ciaran Fryers (40) was sentenced to 27 months, half to be served in custody and also half on licence.
Megaw and McGrann had already pleaded guilty to attempted grievous bodily harm with intent. Fryers had also already pleaded guilty to aiding and abetting attempted grievous bodily harm with intent.
Another man, aged 46, is to be sentenced at a later date.
Senior Investigating Officer Detective Inspector Woods said: "Yesterday's sentencing follows a serious assault which occurred at the Norglen Gardens area of West Belfast on Friday 28th September 2018.
"The attackers approached the 54 year old victim in a social club, forced him outside and subjected him to a sustained and brutal attack.
"During the vicious attack they stamped on his head approximately 14 times and assaulted other parts of his body numerous times. He was left for dead by these men and it is extremely fortunate this assault didn't result in death.
"Our assessment of the link to ANP is supported by the discovery of 'Join ANP' stencils found at the rear of premises linked to one of the suspects."
"I hope this sentencing sends out a clear message to anyone who thinks they can get away with this type of violent crime. We will work tirelessly to bring offenders before the courts so that victims receive the justice they deserve.
"Officers from our Terrorism Investigation Unit remain committed to tackling issues of serious crime in our community and I would encourage anyone with information that could assist our efforts to contact us on the non-emergency number 101. Information can also be provided to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org."
Sean Megaw (34) and Mark McGrann (39) were sentenced to four and a half years, half to be served in custody and half on licence.
Ciaran Fryers (40) was sentenced to 27 months, half to be served in custody and also half on licence.
Megaw and McGrann had already pleaded guilty to attempted grievous bodily harm with intent. Fryers had also already pleaded guilty to aiding and abetting attempted grievous bodily harm with intent.
Another man, aged 46, is to be sentenced at a later date.
Senior Investigating Officer Detective Inspector Woods said: "Yesterday's sentencing follows a serious assault which occurred at the Norglen Gardens area of West Belfast on Friday 28th September 2018.
"The attackers approached the 54 year old victim in a social club, forced him outside and subjected him to a sustained and brutal attack.
"During the vicious attack they stamped on his head approximately 14 times and assaulted other parts of his body numerous times. He was left for dead by these men and it is extremely fortunate this assault didn't result in death.
"Our assessment of the link to ANP is supported by the discovery of 'Join ANP' stencils found at the rear of premises linked to one of the suspects."
"I hope this sentencing sends out a clear message to anyone who thinks they can get away with this type of violent crime. We will work tirelessly to bring offenders before the courts so that victims receive the justice they deserve.
"Officers from our Terrorism Investigation Unit remain committed to tackling issues of serious crime in our community and I would encourage anyone with information that could assist our efforts to contact us on the non-emergency number 101. Information can also be provided to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org."
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