Young girl injured in Parnell Square attack 'back in school'
The little girl, who was aged five at the time of the horror November attack in 2023 was critically injured and spent 281 days in Temple Street Children's Hospital before being released at the end of August last year. Two other children and a carer, who also sustained injuries, received treatment in hospital before being released.
A fundraiser was set up for the young girl, called Barróg do Chailín Beag or a Hug For A Little Girl, with her family sharing updates on her health as people continue to donate to the fundraiser. So far, it has raised over €134,000..
In their most recent post on Friday, the family said: "Our angel warrior's resilience is impressive.
"Even after an unexpected stay back in hospital, she smiled through lines being put in, bloods being drawn, oxygen mask, the works.
"She is out again, back home, back in school, getting stronger again.
(Image: Conor O Mearain / Collins Photo Agency)
"Despite the circumstances, it was really nice seeing so many familiar faces. They were also delighted to see how far she has come, how strong she looks."
So far the GoFundMe has raised €134,304, far surpassing the initial €500 target. To donate, go here.
Riad Bouchaker (50) is currently before the courts charged with three counts of attempted murder, one of producing and possessing a kitchen knife, three counts of assault causing harm and one of assault causing serious harm.
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