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Carlow rape accused is refused bail
Summary
A 33‑year‑old man accused of raping a woman in her 50s on the grounds of Pollerton Castle in Carlow was refused bail by the Central Criminal Court. He had previously been denied bail at the District Court. The State argued the seriousness of the rape and assault charge, the potential for a lengthy sentence and a flight risk. Justice Paul Coffey accepted these objections and denied bail.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Carlow rape accused is refused bail. Charges or matters: the rape and assault of the woman in her 50s at Pollerton Castle in the town in the early hours of June 25th last. Procedural stage: sentence
When:
- June 25th Incident
- 2017-07-28 Publication
Case subjects
Accused
Charges: the rape and assault of the woman in her 50s at Pollerton Castle in the town in the early hours of June 25th last (Alleged Or Contested)
Outcome: The State objected to bail, with Sergeant Brian Sheeran citing the seriousness of the charge, the lengthy sentence that could be imposed, and the possible flight risk.
Places mentioned
- Central Criminal Court
Topics
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