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Boy (15) sexually assaulted girl (14) in field after drinking
Summary
In a case heard by the Central Criminal Court, a 17‑year‑old boy pleaded guilty to sexually assaulting a 14‑year‑old girl in a field in County Tipperary on 29 July 2019. The assault occurred after both parties had consumed alcohol, which the boy and the girl had purchased together. The boy admitted to touching the victim's genital area. The victim, who trusted the boy as a school friend, expressed fear and a desire for justice. The court, considering the boy's cooperation, early plea, remorse, and good character, imposed a sentence of two years' detention, deferred for one year. The boy must attend all probation appointments, engage with the Garda Youth Diversion Programme, and complete a sexual consent awareness course. He is also ordered to stay away from the victim. The case was adjourned to 23 May 2022.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Boy (15) sexually assaulted girl (14) in field after drinking. Charges or matters: sexual assault at a location in Co Tipperary on July 29, 2019. Procedural stage: sentence
When:
- July 29, 2019 Incident
- May 23, 2022 Adjournment
- 2021-07-15 Publication
Why: In her victim impact statement, which was read before the court by counsel, the victim said she trusted the accused a lot because he was her friend from their first year of secondary school and she does not think she will be able to trust anyone like that again. CNI source report
Case subjects
Accused
Charges: sexual assault at a location in Co Tipperary on July 29, 2019 (Admitted)
Plea: Guilty
Outcome: By Brion Hoban & Stephen Bourke A teenage boy who sexually assaulted his friend in a field has had a sentence of two years' detention deferred for one year.; Justice White adjourned the case to May 23, 2022.
Places mentioned
- Central Criminal Court
Topics
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