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No jail for man who sexually assaulted woman during concert

Summary

Kartikey Gupta, 22, an Indian visitor, received a fully suspended 21‑month prison sentence for a single count of sexual assault at a Marlay Park concert. The judge directed him to leave Ireland within two weeks and not return for ten years. The victim, in her early twenties, described feeling a hand repeatedly touch her under her skirt for about seven minutes, causing lasting distress. Gupta admitted a single accidental touch but denied further contact. He was cooperative after arrest, had no prior convictions, and had only one beer at the event. The court noted the assault was "not too insidious" yet "very distressing." A €2,500 token of remorse was offered but declined; it will be given to charity if she refuses again. The judge emphasised the full suspension and strict conditions of the sentence. Kartikey Gupta pleaded guilty.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: No jail for man who sexually assaulted woman during concert. Charges or matters: one count of sexual assault during the concert at Marlay Park. Procedural stage: sentence

When:

• June 2023 Other
• 2024-01-15 Publication

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Stage Sentence Violent Crime

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