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Rapist 'prepared to accept whatever punishment' judge hands down, court hears

Summary

In a Central Criminal Court hearing, Ivan Kelly, 23, was found guilty of raping a woman in a secluded lane after a drug transaction. The victim, who had initially approached Kelly to buy drugs, was led to a consensual encounter that turned violent when Kelly removed her iPod and became forceful. He pushed her, causing a head injury, then raped her from behind. Medical evidence confirmed bruises and scratches consistent with assault. Kelly, who had previously denied the rape, now accepts the verdict and expressed remorse, stating he is prepared to accept any punishment. He has 27 prior convictions and has been in custody since June 2022. The case was adjourned to February 13 for sentencing. The victim's impact statement described profound emotional trauma and the lasting effect on her life. Ivan Kelly pleaded not guilty.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: Rapist 'prepared to accept whatever punishment' judge hands down, court hears. Charges or matters: the rape in a County Laois town on December 27, 2017 but the court heard he now accepts the verdict. Procedural stage: sentence. Findings: Convicted

When:

• December 27, 2017 Hearing Or Sentence
• June 29, 2022 Incident
• February 13 Adjournment
• 2024-01-16 Publication

Case subjects

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Topics

Drugs Stage Sentence Violent Crime

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