Former Cork scout leader David Barry charged with sexually assaulting boys

The man was charged with 27 separate counts in respect of nine former boy scouts. 

Former scoutmaster David Barry. File picture.

A well-known retired Cork businessman and former scout leader has been arrested and charged with 26 historical counts of sexually assaulting boy scouts.

David Barry of Firgrove Gardens, Bishopstown, Cork, was arrested by Detective Garda Gary Duggan and brought before Cork District Court in custody.