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Trial of garda accused of rape and child cruelty in closing stages
Summary
The trial of a garda accused of raping his wife and committing child cruelty against two of his daughters has reached closing stages. The 48-year-old man has pleaded not guilty to multiple charges, including child cruelty and rape. The alleged offences took place at two locations in the north-west of the country. The prosecution has concluded its case, and the defence has not called any witnesses. A number of witnesses, including the garda's wife and her mother, testified about the alleged abuse and the impact on the family. The garda's wife had sought help from Tusla and gardai, and the case was referred to the DPP for charges. The trial has highlighted the alleged cruelty and the difficulty in obtaining records due to the passage of time. The jury is now considering the evidence presented, including the testimonies of the victims and the garda's actions.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Trial of garda accused of rape and child cruelty in closing stages. Charges or matters: one count of child cruelty of his now 17-year-old daughter on dates between 2015 and 2024; two counts of raping his wife on dates in 2009 and 2021; two counts of child cruelty of his now 24-year-old daughter on unknown dates between 2007 and 2020. Procedural stage: trial
When:
- July 2024 Other
- October 2024 Other
- January 22 Other
- May 2021 Other
- 2015 and 2024 Other
- 2009 and 2021 Incident
- 2007 and 2020 Incident
- 2026-07-06 Publication
Case subjects
Defendant
Charges: one count of child cruelty of his now 17-year-old daughter on dates between 2015 and 2024; two counts of raping his wife on dates in 2009 and 2021; two counts of child cruelty of his now 24-year-old daughter on unknown dates between 2007 and 2020 (Alleged Or Contested)
Plea: Not guilty
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