Tom TuiteAn MMA fighter and a chef have been refused bail after appearing in court charged with a "ferocious" unprovoked attack in Dublin's Temple Bar last week that left a man fighting for his life. The court heard there was a conversation, that Mr Ricci shook hands with the man, and that they then separated. It was claimed that the man was held down by Mr Ricci, who allegedly punched him for 20 seconds. Detective Garda Collier stated that Mr Ricci took the man’s e-scooter and "smashed it down on the victim's face". The court heard that a witness heard Mr Ricci shouting "No more drugs" during the incident.

Source: The Herald February 24, 2026 04:02 UTC