Justice Minister 'sets the record straight' on man questioned by Athlone gardaí

Justice Minister Alan Shatter has confirmed the man being questioned in connection with an alleged incident in Athlone did not have a criminal record for sex offences against children.

Justice Minister Alan Shatter has confirmed that the man being questioned in connection with an alleged incident in Athlone did not have a criminal record for sex offences against children.

Hundreds of people have come out in support of two young girls who allegedly suffered an horrific sex attack after being lured away from a children's birthday party.