Woman says she is 'constantly living a nightmare' following rape and sexual assault

The woman said she would never live a normal life due to the abuse she suffered “from a man who was meant to love and protect me as a daughter.”

Woman says she is 'constantly living a nightmare' following rape and sexual assault

A young woman has described how her life has been ruined by her stepfather who sexually assaulted and raped her for over a seven-year period from when she was a child.

In a lengthy victim impact statement read out in Central Criminal Court today, the 24-year-old woman said she would never live a normal life due to the abuse she suffered “from a man who was meant to love and protect me as a daughter.”

Already a subscriber? Sign in

You have reached your article limit.

Unlimited access. Half the price.

Annual €130 €65

Best value

Monthly €12€6 / month

More in this section

Lunchtime News

Newsletter

Keep up with stories of the day with our lunchtime news wrap and important breaking news alerts.

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited