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Rape accused tells trial that complainant made no reference to sex
Summary
In a Westmeath rape trial, a 33‑year‑old man pleaded not guilty to a single charge of raping a woman he met at a New Year's Eve ball. The complainant, who was visiting a friend, said she had planned to stay overnight at the friend's house after the ball. She met the accused, they kissed, and she later accepted an invitation to his home. She claimed she told him there would be no sexual activity, but he allegedly attacked her and raped her in his front sitting room. The accused testified that they had consensual sex for about 20 seconds before she said "stop," after which he stopped and she became upset. He described drinking six pints and three shots of Sambuca, kissing her, and asking her to come home, claiming he intended to have sex.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Rape accused tells trial that complainant made no reference to sex. Charges or matters: a single charge of rape at his home in Westmeath on January 1, 2017. Procedural stage: trial
When:
- January 1, 2017 Hearing Or Sentence
- New Year's Eve Incident
- 2020-07-28 Publication
Case subjects
Accused
Charges: a single charge of rape at his home in Westmeath on January 1, 2017 (Alleged Or Contested)
Plea: Not guilty
Places mentioned
- Central Criminal Court
Topics
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