Christopher O'Grady jailed for rape of Spanish tourist

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Christopher O'Grady was jailed for raping a Spanish tourist at the Central Criminal Court on 31 July 2025, receiving seven years with the final six months suspended.

The rape occurred on a street in the Dublin Castle area during New Year’s Eve celebrations. The jury found the woman incapable of consenting because of her intoxication.

The judge identified the harm to the woman, O’Grady’s opportunistic and predatory conduct, and her intoxication as aggravating factors. She also considered his difficult background and apology.