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Uncle accused of sexual abuse described niece as 'tapped in the head'

Date
2026-03-10
Stage
Trial

Summary

A Central Criminal Court trial involving seven men accused of sexually abusing a deaf family member heard transcripts of garda interviews, including denials by a 34-year-old brother and statements made by a 55-year-old uncle. The men deny wrongdoing and the trial continues before Ms Justice Caroline Biggs.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: Uncle accused of sexual abuse described niece as 'tapped in the head'. Procedural stage: trial

When:

Why: "(Your) sister knows you because you came in and raped her," the interviewing garda put to the man, the court heard. Court evidence reported by CNI

Case subjects

Unnamed 34-year-old

Accused

Places mentioned

Court Venue
  • Central Criminal Court

Topics

Stage Trial

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