Man who sexually abused his young daughter 25 years ago gets 18 months in jail

Judge commends victim's 'strength and courage' in coming forward due to concerns for other children

Jennifer Lydon McElwaine with partner Connor Lydon leaving Dublin central criminal court this afternoon. Picture: Collins Courts

A father who sexually abused his young daughter over 25 years ago has been jailed for 18 months.

The sentencing judge commended Jennifer Lydon McElwaine for her “strength and courage” in coming forward to make a complaint against her father due to her concerns for other children.