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Man (59) goes on trial accused of abusing girl minded in home

Summary

A 59‑year‑old man has gone on trial at Dublin Circuit Criminal Court on two charges of sexually assaulting a girl who was four years old when she made the allegations. The alleged abuse took place between 27 July 2016 and 11 July 2017 in the family home. The girl's mother, who had been caring for the child since she was one year old, reported the abuse to a local hospital and the Gardaí. The accused was arrested and interviewed in 2016 and again in 2017, during both interviews he denied any wrongdoing and said the families had a good relationship. He was described as "vehement" in his denials. The trial is proceeding before Judge Elma Sheahan, with the jury expected to hear evidence from the now seven‑year‑old complainant. The case was opened today after the jury was empanelled on Tuesday. The unnamed 59-year-old pleaded not guilty.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: Man (59) goes on trial accused of abusing girl minded in home. Charges or matters: two charges of sexually assaulting a female child on dates between July 27, 2016 and July 11, 2017. Procedural stage: trial

When:

• July 27, 2016 Hearing Or Sentence
• July 11, 2017 Hearing Or Sentence
• 2020-01-15 Publication

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