By Dan Walsh
Gardaí in Enniscorthy are investigating a dangerous weekend prank where a vulnerable local man was subjected to having fireworks placed in his pocket and then being set off!
The matter was raised at today’s monthly meeting of Enniscorthy Municipal District Council during a discussion on the illegal use of fireworks and plans to curtail the activity leading up to Halloween.
Cllr Jackser Owens drew attention to anti-social behaviour on the Fairgreen where fireworks were set off and bins were set on fire.
Cllr Owens recalled a dangerous situation where “fireworks were placed in the pocket of a man and set off”. He outlined the danger of such a prank and the Gardaí have been advised and the sequence of events are under investigation.
Later today, WexfordLocal.com became aware of man’s identity and circumstances and confirmation of the activity where he had fireworks placed in his pocket or held in his hand before setting them off, much to the glee of a cheering crowd. “The poor man will be burned up if somebody doesn’t stop this,” said a neighbour.
The target involves a local vulnerable adult who has been through difficult family circumstances in recent times and is regularly seen on the town, however, his neighbours and those who know him have respect for him, are appalled that he should be treated in this way.
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