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Woman sexually assaulted by uncle tells court she does not wish to see him jailed

Summary

In a 2017 case, a 29‑year‑old woman from Tipperary testified that she was sexually assaulted by her uncle when she was seven, between December 1994 and July 1995. The uncle, a 56‑year‑old man who pleaded guilty to one count of sexual assault, had been brought out of the house by the victim's grandmother to beg for money. While the girl was in a shed, the uncle followed her, undressed, and attempted to have sex with her. After the assault, the grandmother beat the girl with a stick, causing her to fear speaking out for years. The victim, who suffered depression, nightmares and anxiety, told the court she felt vindicated by the uncle's admission of guilt and does not wish to see him jailed. She said she can move on with her life. The uncle, who has 40 prior convictions, was remanded on bail while the court considers sentencing. The trial is scheduled for April 4.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: Woman sexually assaulted by uncle tells court she does not wish to see him jailed. Charges or matters: one count of sexually assaulting his then seven-year-old niece between December 26, 1994 and July 1, 1995; the lesser charge of sexual assault. Procedural stage: sentence

When:

• December 26, 1994 Hearing Or Sentence
• July 1, 1995 Hearing Or Sentence
• April 4 Hearing Or Sentence
• Christmas Incident
• 2017-03-20 Publication

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Stage Sentence Violent Crime

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