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Man who raped pregnant partner remained working for local authority after conviction, court hears

Summary

A 39‑year‑old man who raped his pregnant partner in their bed six years ago was still employed by a local authority until he was taken into custody earlier this month. The partner, who was five months pregnant, recorded the assault and could be heard saying she was not consenting. She testified at the trial in Tullamore, where the man pleaded guilty to one count of rape on 13 October 2019. He was sentenced to eight years in prison, with the final year suspended, and is now in custody. The judge described the recording as "distressing" and praised the victim's courage. The man has one prior drug‑related conviction and was granted visitation rights to his child, which the victim says has caused her ongoing anxiety and nightmares. The case was delayed twice before the hearing. The man's defence cited heavy alcohol consumption and lack of memory of the incident.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: Man who raped pregnant partner remained working for local authority after conviction, court hears. Charges or matters: one count of rape on October 13, 2019 at an address in the Midlands after the woman gave evidence at his trial in Tullamore earlier this year. Procedural stage: sentence

When:

• October 13, 2019 Hearing Or Sentence
• 2025-07-15 Publication

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Topics

Drugs Stage Sentence Violent Crime

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