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Court hears woman's 999 call during violent sexual assault by estranged husband

Summary

In a Central Criminal Court hearing, a 26‑year‑old Kildare woman was sentenced to five years for the violent sexual assault of her estranged husband, who pleaded guilty to aggravated sexual assault. The court heard a 999 call made by the victim during the attack, in which she repeatedly screamed for help. The defendant, who suffered an acquired brain injury in 2017, was given a suspended 15‑month period on the condition of rehabilitation and was ordered to keep the peace for three years after release. The judge noted the victim's fear and the impact of the assault, including her ongoing nightmares and the need for CCTV and locks at her home. The defendant's parents were present at the hearing, and the victim chose to remain anonymous. The sentence was reduced from a headline of seven and a half years to five years due to mitigating factors.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: Court hears woman's 999 call during violent sexual assault by estranged husband. Procedural stage: sentence

When:

• November 19, 2020 Incident
• 2022-11-16 Publication

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Stage Sentence Violent Crime

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