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Teen (13) raped younger cousin (7)
Summary
In a case heard in the Central Criminal Court, a 17‑year‑old boy was found guilty by a jury of oral rape and four counts of sexual assault against his 7‑year‑old cousin. The offences occurred in the victim's home in 2018 when the boy was 13. The victim reported that the boy inserted a finger into her vagina on four occasions and also orally raped her, threatening her not to tell anyone. She told her mother in July 2019, who then contacted the gardai. The boy's mother and sister were also involved in the investigation. The boy's defence team did not allow cross‑examination of the victim and did not give a closing speech. The boy accepted the jury verdict but did not appeal. The case was adjourned to 6 December for finalisation.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Teen (13) raped younger cousin (7). Charges or matters: four counts of sexual assault on unknown dates between October 1, 2018 and December 31, 2018. Procedural stage: sentence. Findings: Found guilty
When:
- October 1, 2018 Adjournment
- December 31, 2018 Adjournment
- December 6 Adjournment
- July 2019 Adjournment
- June 2020 Incident
- 2022-11-14 Publication
Case subjects
Convicted Person
Charges: four counts of sexual assault on unknown dates between October 1, 2018 and December 31, 2018 (Proven)
Plea: Guilty
Finding: Found guilty
Outcome: Found guilty; By Eimear Dodd A teenager will be sentenced next month for the sexual assault and rape of his young cousin, which the victim said left her feeling like a "scared kitten".; Ms Justice Karen O'Connor adjourned the case to December 6 for finalisation.
Places mentioned
- The Central Criminal Court
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