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Sex assault accused threatened to kill alleged victim
Summary
A 29‑year‑old man awaiting trial on sexual assault charges threatened to kill his estranged wife's family members, including the alleged victim, and to throw acid at her sister in a series of WhatsApp voice notes. The court heard that the defendant also threatened to damage two properties and intimidate witnesses, including his wife's brother, whom he is accused of sexually abusing. He pleaded guilty to seven counts, all occurring on 19 January 2022, and has nine prior convictions including arson and robbery. The defendant is also before the Central Criminal Court on a separate sexual assault allegation involving his brother‑in‑law. Garda Patrick Browne presented the voice messages, which described violent threats and a desire to "go to the UK" after "ripping out one of their throats." The defendant was on bail at the time and has been in custody since the incident. Judge Martina Baxter ordered a Probation Services report and adjourned sentencing to 9 October.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Sex assault accused threatened to kill alleged victim. Charges or matters: seven counts, including making threats to kill or cause serious harm to his brother-in-law, father-in-law and sister-in-law, making threats to damage two properties and two counts of intimidating a witness with the intention of obstructing justice. Procedural stage: charge_or_pretrial
When:
- January 19, 2022 Incident
- October 9 Adjournment
- 2023-07-03 Publication
Why: Judge Martina Baxter said she would order a Probation Services report in order to get some "introspection and reflection" from the man. CNI source report
Case subjects
Accused
Charges: seven counts, including making threats to kill or cause serious harm to his brother-in-law, father-in-law and sister-in-law, making threats to damage two properties and two counts of intimidating a witness with the intention of obstructing justice (Admitted)
Plea: Guilty
Outcome: She adjourned the matter for sentencing on October 9.
Places mentioned
Topics
Stage Charge Or Pretrial Theft Violent Crime
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