60 calls a day to sexual assault groups

As many as 60 people a day have been calling helplines for victims of sexual assault since the sentencing of sex offender Tom Humphries.

The Dublin Rape Crisis Centre (DRCC), which runs the national 24/7 helpline, saw its calls double since Wednesday, while sexual abuse charity One in Four said it has been “swamped” with calls.

Dozens also rang expressing anger at the perceived leniency of the sentencing and at expressions of sympathy for Humphries.