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Callinan told Shatter of "sexual allegation" against McCabe, tribunal hears

Summary

During a brief phone call in June 2013, former justice minister Alan Shatter was informed by Garda Commissioner Martin Callinan that a sexual allegation had once been made against whistleblower Sergeant Maurice McCabe. Callinan said the allegation had been fully investigated and the Director of Public Prosecutions found no basis for prosecution. Shatter noted that Callinan did not raise any concerns about McCabe's motives or intent, and that the allegation was not a matter of public debate. Shatter expressed confusion over rumours about McCabe circulating in Leinster House, stating he had not been made aware of any gossip or allegations. He also mentioned that McCabe had declined to cooperate with an internal Garda inquiry led by Assistant Commissioner John O'Mahoney, despite a letter from his department encouraging cooperation. The conversation highlighted Shatter's belief that McCabe's behaviour may have been influenced by the earlier investigation, but no further details were provided.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: Callinan told Shatter of "sexual allegation" against McCabe, tribunal hears. Procedural stage: hearing_or_decision

When:

• June 2013 Other
• May 2014 Other
• 2018-05-18 Publication

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Stage Hearing Or Decision

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