Derry O’Rourke, a former Irish swim coach with a history of sexual crimes, has been sentenced to ten years in prison for the rape and sexual assault of a young girl between 1989 and 1990. Despite his attempts to claim innocence, O’Rourke was found guilty of multiple offences, with the judge condemning him as a “serial child abuser.” The courageous victim, who was only 13 at the time, detailed the traumatic impact of his actions in court.
A long-time SVP volunteer has been suspended after being accused of sexually assaulting a woman seeking aid. The incident occurred during a coffee meeting, leading to a Garda investigation.
Derry O’Rourke, a former Irish swim coach, has been convicted of child sexual abuse for the fourth time. The 78-year-old was found guilty of raping and indecently assaulting a 13-year-old girl 35 years ago.
Jesuit Priest Joseph Marmion accused of abuse Joseph Marmion, a former teacher and priest in the Jesuit Order, has been the subject of 93 complaints alleging emotional, physical and sexual abuse of young boys in his care. Forty-five of these allegations were sexual in...
Temple Street Children’s Hospital review expanded The release of an independent review of spinal surgeries at Temple Street Children’s Hospital has been pushed back after 17 new “cases of concern” were identified. The UK expert Selvadurai...
Galway University Hospital apologises for newborn’s tragic death Galway University Hospital has issued an apology to the parents of Baby Chelsie McDonagh, who died five months after being born “head first” onto the floor. The incident occurred when Valerie McDonagh,...
Galway woman awarded €100,000 for defective dental treatment A 60-year-old woman, employed as a preschool assistant in Galway, has been awarded nearly €100,000 by the High Court in compensation for complications from negligent dental work. The claim was filed against...
HSE Plans comprehensive review of nursing home records following assault case The Health Service Executive has announced plans for a comprehensive review of the records of nursing home residents in a facility where a staff member raped a resident in 2020. This review...
