CONTINUING BAIL FOR MAN ACCUSED OF SEX ABUSE OF THREE CHILDREN IN GALWAY

Date Published: 22-Jul-2008

A 42-year-old man charged with the sexual abuse of three children on various dates over a period of six years, has been remanded on continuing bail at Galway District Court.The man, who may not be named for legal reasons, faces 39 sample charges involving the indecent and sexual assault of three siblings on various dates between 1987 and 1992 at a County Galway location.Inspector Sean Glynn said the Director of Public Prosecutions consented to the charges being dealt with in the District Court on a plea basis only.Defence solicitor, Valerie Corcoran said she needed time to consult with the State over the charges. She said the court would have to hear an outline of the State’s case before deciding on jurisdiction.Judge Mary Fahy agreed to adjourn the matter and she remanded the accused on continuing bail to September 1st, when she said she would hear an outline of the facts and decide on jurisdiction.