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Rape survivor describes being shamed by people in community

Summary

In a Central Criminal Court hearing, a 39‑year‑old man pleaded guilty to raping a young woman after a Dublin party in June 2022. The woman, who was heavily intoxicated, was carried into a room where she awoke with the accused in bed and realized she had been raped. She described being shamed by her community, with people blaming her and claiming she was at fault. The accused denied taking advantage of her, insisting she was in a state to consent, but the garda and defence agreed she had no recollection and could not consent. The accused expressed remorse, acknowledging responsibility and promising to carry the shame of his actions. Ms Justice Eileen Creedon adjourned sentencing to February to allow further consideration of the case. The court heard CCTV footage and testimonies supporting the victim's account. The accused has no prior convictions and is assessed as low risk of reoffending.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: Rape survivor describes being shamed by people in community. Charges or matters: raping the woman following a party at a location in Dublin in June 2022. Procedural stage: sentence

When:

• June 2022 Adjournment
• 2023-11-27 Publication

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