DNA of 84 taxi drivers sought in rape probe

Taxi drivers in Dublin are being asked to provide DNA samples as part of an investigation into an alleged rape.

DNA of 84 taxi drivers sought in rape probe

It emerged yesterday that gardaí investigating the attack have requested DNA samples from 84 taxi drivers in Dublin, as they were working in a vehicle similar to that of the suspect in the case on the night in question.

Gardaí believe the car used was a dark-coloured Prius with a licence plate number dating between 2004 and 2009. However, despite images being caught on CCTV the licence plate number was not recorded.

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