Galway rape case trial: Man arrested and appearing in court over sexual offences
The man, who is in his 70s, was arrested on foot of an Irish extradition warrant in relation to the offences which happened in Galway in 2022
A man is set to stand trial in Northern Ireland today after being arrested by the Police Service over rape, sexual assault and false imprisonment offences in Galway.
The PSNI arrested the man in the Republic of Ireland on Thursday in relation to these sexual offences.
The man, who is in his 70s, was arrested on foot of an Irish extradition warrant in Dungannon in relation to the offences which happened in Galway in 2022 and will appear at Laganside Extradition Court on Friday.
Sergeant Davey from the International Policing Unit said: “Today’s arrest is another example of the Police Service working closely with An Garda Siochana to locate fugitives and bring them before the Extradition Courts.
"Our message is clear, Northern Ireland is not a safe haven for any wanted persons trying to avoid arrest and the consequences of their previous actions. We will relentlessly pursue those that are trying to delay or deny justice to victims of crime."
A spokesperson for the PSNI: “Officers from the Police Service of Northern Ireland have arrested a man wanted in relation to a number of sexual offences in the Republic of Ireland, earlier today, Thursday 17th September.
The 70-year-old man is wanted to stand trial for offences including rape, sexual assault and false imprisonment, which occurred in Galway in 2022.
The man was detained on an Irish extradition warrant in the Dungannon area by officers from the PSNI’s Local Policing Team and is expected to appear before Laganside Extradition Court tomorrow, Friday 18th September.”