The man, aged 27, cannot be named due to court restrictions on sexual assault cases in Ireland. He appeared before Judge Michele Finan on Wednesday after being arrested on Tuesday in relation to the alleged incident on February 15. Garda Grainne Raggett told Dublin District Court that the accused denies the charge. Ms Justice Finan said Garda Raggett had made a “very comprehensive and cogent” argument and refused bail. The accused was granted legal aid and remanded in custody at Cloverhill before his next court appearance on March 18.

Source: The Herald March 11, 2026 22:05 UTC