Patrick Kelly jailed for rape in Kildare gang attack

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Patrick Kelly was jailed for three counts of rape at the Central Criminal Court on 30 October 2024, receiving 13 years and six months with the final two years suspended.

The rapes took place in four locations in a Kildare town over one day between March and June 2020, the reports said.

Kelly pleaded guilty during trial after the victim’s recorded complaint was played for the jury; the plea was accepted on a full facts basis.

The judge said Kelly had taken advantage of the young woman’s vulnerability and kindness. He also imposed conditions including three years’ engagement with the Probation Service and no direct or indirect contact with her.