When the judicial system functions as intended, it is indeed a joy to behold. The sentencing today of Raymond Shorten, a taxi driver who preyed on vulnerable women and a child, is a testament to the law catching up with predators who can no longer hide behind their deceitful language and the all-too-common defence of…
Today, the court handed down a 13-year prison sentence to Raymond Shorten, a convicted rapist, for the rape of a seven-year-old girl in 2012. This case is particularly harrowing and sinister, as the rape occurred during a time of immense vulnerability for the child – at her mother’s funeral. The trauma of losing her mother,…
In a distressing and harrowing case, a 67-year-old man from Carlow has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the habitual rape and assault of his wife over a span of 25 years, subjecting her to what was described in court as “25 years of hell.” The severity of his crimes and the prolonged period over…
Michael White’s conviction and subsequent professional banishment should serve as a powerful reminder, domestic violence will be met with stringent legal and professional consequences. This action is a significant move towards ensuring that victims are supported and that perpetrators are held accountable, ultimately working to deter future instances of domestic violence and fostering a culture…
A Staggering 26,000 Domestic Abuse Reports Made to Gardaí Since June 2024: A Harrowing Reality In a shocking revelation, a staggering 26,000 reports of domestic abuse have been made to An Garda Síochána since the beginning of June 2024. This grim statistic equates to one report every ten minutes, highlighting the pervasive and relentless…
Yet another suspended sentence to an offender caught with child abuse material, including images and videos. This decision not only fails to deliver justice for the innocent victims but also sends a dangerous message that such heinous crimes can be met with leniency. Protecting perpetrators of child abuse material undermines the severity of the…
Police were called to a detached house in northern Bushey, near Watford, shortly before 7 pm on Tuesday, July 9, 2024. Upon arrival, along with ambulance staff, they discovered three women with “serious injuries.” According to Hertfordshire Constabulary, “Sadly, despite their best efforts, the women, who are believed to be related, died a short time…
Tori Towey’s situation is a disturbing reminder of the systemic failings in protecting domestic violence victims in certain jurisdictions. Her case is not just a legal issue but a human rights concern that demands immediate attention and action from both national and international bodies. The charges against her should be dropped, the travel ban lifted,…
The case of Raymond Shorten, a taxi driver who was allowed to continue working despite previous convictions for sexual offenses, has raised significant concerns about the regulatory systems in place to protect the public. It has now also come to light that the taxi driver who was convicted last month of raping two young…
In a harrowing revelation, multiple female footballers have come forward with allegations of unwanted and inappropriate sexual advances by Football Association of Ireland (FAI) coaches during the 1990s. This information emerged through a joint investigation by RTÉ Investigates and the Sunday Independent, bringing to light the experiences of former international players and trainees on Ireland’s…