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Teen repeatedly raped by mother's partner describes anger that 'monster' still 'breathes same air'

Summary

A 51‑year‑old Offaly man pleaded guilty in the Central Criminal Court to 27 offences, including oral and anal rape and sexual assault, committed against a boy aged 10 to 14 between 2015 and 2019 in 11 locations such as the victim's home, a boat and vehicles. The boy, now 18, gave a victim impact statement describing the abuse, his fear of the perpetrator's guns, and the emotional toll that has left him hyper‑vigilant and angry. The victim's mother also gave a statement, calling the man a monster and demanding justice for the trauma inflicted on her son. The court revoked the man's bail and remanded him in custody pending sentencing on 11 March. The case highlights the prolonged nature of the abuse and the ongoing impact on the victim and his family.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: Teen repeatedly raped by mother's partner describes anger that 'monster' still 'breathes same air'. Charges or matters: a total of 27 charges including oral rape, anal rape and sexual assaults on dates between 2015 and 2019 in 11 different locations including the victim's home, a boat and other vehicles. Procedural stage: sentence

When:

• March 11 Adjournment
• September 2020 Other
• February 2021 Incident
• 2015 and 2019 Incident
• 2024-02-12 Publication

Why: The teenager described himself as being "hyper-vigilant" and not wearing headphones other teenagers would because he wanted to be able to "hear sounds". CNI source report

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Stage Sentence Violent Crime

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