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Ireland Crime

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Case No. 2092Rape (three counts) · Co. Longford · 25 Feb 2025

Man in his 30s remanded over three counts of rape of elderly neighbour in Longford

A man in his 30s was remanded in custody at Mullingar District Court after being charged with three counts of rape of an elderly woman in Co Longford, allegedly committed at her home on 25 February 2025. Judge John Brennan ordered reporting restrictions to protect the victim's identity, and the accused is due before Longford District Court on 18 March 2025 for DPP directions.

  1. Reportednot reported
  2. Arrestednot reported
  3. Chargednot reported
  4. In court13 Mar
  5. Verdict
  6. Sentenced
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Key facts

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13 statements extracted from the articles
  • whereThe alleged rape took place at the home of the victim. (irishtimes.com)
  • whenThe rape is alleged to have occurred on 25 February 2025. (irishtimes.com)
  • chargeThe man is charged with three counts of rape on an elderly woman in Co Longford. (irishtimes.com)
  • chargeHe was charged with one count of rape under section 48 of the Offences Against a Person Act, 1861. (irishtimes.com)
  • chargeHe was charged with two counts of rape under section 4 of the Criminal Law (Rape) (Amendment) Act, 1990. (irishtimes.com)
  • courtHe appeared at Mullingar District Court on Thursday morning. (irishtimes.com)
  • courtJudge John Brennan ordered reporting restrictions to protect the identity of the injured party. (irishtimes.com)
  • courtGarda Inspector Paddy McGirl told the court the State would object to bail. (irishtimes.com)
  • courtThe defence indicated there would be no application for bail at this time. (irishtimes.com)
  • courtJudge Brennan remanded the accused in custody to Longford District Court on 18 March 2025. (irishtimes.com)
  • courtThe accused is to appear via video link for formal directions from the DPP and directions on a venue. (irishtimes.com)
  • otherThe accused is unemployed and currently on social welfare. (irishtimes.com)
  • otherThe alleged victim and offender live in close proximity to one another. (irishtimes.com)

The reporting

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  1. 13 Mar2025
    In courtirishtimes.com, first report
    Man (30s) charged with three counts of raping vulnerable elderly neighbour

    First report of the case: man in his 30s charged with three counts of rape, remanded in custody at Mullingar District Court, reporting restrictions imposed, next appearance at Longford District Court on 18 March 2025.

    victim, womanaccused, 30s, man