Dublin men’s rape trial collapses after charges dropped

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The rape trial of four men collapsed at the Central Criminal Court after all charges were dropped, reported on 19 October 2023.

The men had denied the charges. Reporting restrictions protect the identities of all participants.

The prosecution sought permission for the complainant to continue giving evidence by video link, but the court refused the application. The complainant was then unable to continue her evidence, and the State entered a nolle prosequi on each count.