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No "malevolence or malice" towards Maurice McCabe - garda sergeant
Summary
The Charleton Tribunal, inquiring into claims that sexual abuse allegations were used to smear Sgt Maurice McCabe, heard evidence from Sgt Tony Byrne on day ten. Sgt Byrne stated he never experienced malevolence or malice towards Sgt McCabe during his time in Baileboro. The tribunal also heard from social worker Briege Tinnelly, who testified that she recorded details regarding Ms D in August 2013 and was not informed of a subsequent error in a written report until it was reported in 2017. Dr Gerard O'Neill, HSE Southeast director of counselling, confirmed that a file containing erroneous allegations was received in May 2014, corrected by month's end, and the incorrect file was shredded. The tribunal is examining the creation and distribution of files by Tusla and the HSE containing false allegations against the sergeant. Mr Justice Charleton ruled that Ms D and her family's evidence next week would be held in private, with their identities protected and media excluded. He noted that while secret courts are generally undesirable, exceptional circumstances permit reporting restrictions. The judge also directed the tribunal administrator to determine bona fide press membership. The hearing remains ongoing, with further evidence scheduled for next week.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: No "malevolence or malice" towards Maurice McCabe - garda sergeant. Procedural stage: hearing_or_decision
When:
- August 2013 Other
- May 2014 Other
- 2 May 2014 Other
- 28 May 2014 Other
- 2017-07-13 Publication
Case subjects
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Places mentioned
- The Supreme Court
- to Bailieboro Garda Station
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