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Rape complainant denies seeking accused out
Summary
In a trial for a 21‑year‑old accused of raping a 14‑year‑old girl in a derelict building during a game of truth or dare, the complainant denied any suggestion that she sought the accused out or encouraged further sexual activity. She stated she was shocked when the accused allegedly pulled down his trousers and exposed his penis, and she rejected claims that she had taken her own trousers down or that she had agreed to further acts. The complainant also denied any promise to keep the incident secret and denied being terrified of her father or mother discovering the assault. A friend testified that the girl had been with her on the day of the incident and later described the assault, while a Garda confirmed that no semen was found on swabs or clothing and that the medical examination occurred about 22 hours after the alleged event. The unnamed accused pleaded not guilty.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Rape complainant denies seeking accused out. Charges or matters: one count each of sexual assault, anal rape and defilement of a child at a derelict site in Co Kildare on May 14, 2016. Procedural stage: trial
When:
- May 14, 2016 Incident
- 2020-12-16 Publication
Why: She said the complainant remembered that day much better than her because of what happened and that it was a normal day for her until the complainant told her what happened. CNI source report
Case subjects
Accused
Charges: one count each of sexual assault, anal rape and defilement of a child at a derelict site in Co Kildare on May 14, 2016 (Alleged Or Contested)
Plea: Not guilty
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