Garda Acquitted of Rape, Guilty of Child Cruelty | Cork News

Cork News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 10, 2026 · 1m

A garda, 48, acquitted of raping his wife but convicted of child cruelty against his two daughters, after a nine-hour jury deliberation. He faces four counts: two child cruelty charges against his older daughter (2007–2020) and one assault causing harm (late 2021–early 2022), plus child cruelty against his younger daughter (2015–2024). Suspended since December 2024, with no prior convictions, his identity is shielded for anonymity. The court heard he’s now in a new relationship with a baby. Sentencing is July 27, with victim impact statements to be read. The judge warned no leniency will be…