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Jail for man who sexually abused cousin when they were both children

Summary

A 13‑year‑old boy was found guilty in the Dublin Circuit Criminal Court of three counts of indecent assault on his eight‑year‑old cousin in 1988. The defendant, who cannot be named, was sentenced to 18 months' imprisonment, with the final six months suspended under conditions. The judge noted the profound impact on the victim and the fact that the offender was a child at the time. The court heard that the assaults took place in the victim's home over a six‑week period, involving the defendant unbuttoning his trousers, exposing his genitals, and forcing the victim to touch and mouth them. The victim's impact statement described the lasting trauma, addiction, and loss of childhood. The defendant denied the offences and had no prior convictions. The case was prosecuted by Gareth Baker SC and defended by John Byrne SC. The judge praised the victim's courage and dignity.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: Jail for man who sexually abused cousin when they were both children. Procedural stage: sentence. Findings: Found guilty

When:

• August 1988 Hearing Or Sentence
• June 2018 Hearing Or Sentence
• 2024-03-08 Publication

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Stage Sentence Violent Crime

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