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Limerick teenager to be sentenced for sexual abuse of his younger step sister
Summary
A 19‑year‑old Limerick teenager, who was 16 at the time of the offences, pleaded guilty to two counts of oral rape and five counts of sexual assault against his seven‑year‑old step‑sister while she was under his care between February 2011 and January 2012. The abuse occurred in Limerick and Clare and was reported by the girl's parents after the teenager sent a text admitting the abuse. The girl, who was interviewed by Garda specialists, described daily abuse, including dragging her to the teenager's room and forcing her to touch his penis and put it in her mouth. The teenager admitted the acts, expressed remorse, and said he had moved out to stop the abuse. Mr Justice Paul Carney remanded him in custody until December for further assessment by the Probation Service. The case was prosecuted by Vincent Heneghan BL. The girl's statement expressed discomfort and a desire never to see the teenager again.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Limerick teenager to be sentenced for sexual abuse of his younger step sister. Charges or matters: two counts of oral rape and five counts of sexual assault on dates between February 2011 and January 2012 at locations in Limerick and Clare. Procedural stage: sentence
When:
- February 2011 Adjournment
- January 2012 Adjournment
- Christmas Other
- 2014-11-17 Publication
Why: He admitted abusing the girl and said he had moved out because he wanted to stop abusing her. CNI source report
Case subjects
Accused
Charges: two counts of oral rape and five counts of sexual assault on dates between February 2011 and January 2012 at locations in Limerick and Clare (Admitted)
Plea: Guilty
Outcome: A Limerick teenager who sexually abused his younger step sister while babysitting her will be sentenced next month.; Mr Justice Paul Carney remanded the accused in continuing custody until December to allow for further assessment from The Probation Service and an updated report from them.
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