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03/07/2024
Fermanagh Man Jailed For Indecent Assault Of A Child
A 60-year-old Fermanagh man has been sentenced at Dungannon Crown Court for seven counts of indecent assault against a child.
Ronan Farrell was sentenced to four years and six months in prison. He will be placed on the Sex Offenders Register for an indefinite period and has been disqualified from ever working with children.
Welcoming the sentencing, Detective Constable Ruth Marshall said: "Ronan Farrell exploited and abused a child.
"I want to recognise the strength and courage of the victim in this case, now an adult, for coming forward and working with us throughout the investigation. Your courage should be commended.
"We encourage anyone who has been the victim of any form of sexual abuse to come forward to Police, no matter when the abuse occurred. Please be assured that we have specially trained Detectives in our dedicated Non-recent Child Abuse Team who will treat all victims with sensitivity and respect – at every stage of the process. If you have ever experienced any form of sexual abuse, please contact police on 101 or call 999 in an emergency."
Ronan Farrell was sentenced to four years and six months in prison. He will be placed on the Sex Offenders Register for an indefinite period and has been disqualified from ever working with children.
Welcoming the sentencing, Detective Constable Ruth Marshall said: "Ronan Farrell exploited and abused a child.
"We encourage anyone who has been the victim of any form of sexual abuse to come forward to Police, no matter when the abuse occurred. Please be assured that we have specially trained Detectives in our dedicated Non-recent Child Abuse Team who will treat all victims with sensitivity and respect – at every stage of the process. If you have ever experienced any form of sexual abuse, please contact police on 101 or call 999 in an emergency."
Latest Northern Ireland News
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Sinn Féin Become NI's Largest Party At Westminster
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The Labour Party has won the 2024 UK General Election with a majority of 412 seats, to the Conservative Party's 121. Sir Keir Starmer will be formally appointed Prime Minister by the King at Buckingham Palace today, Friday 05 July. Following this, the new PM will give his first official speech from Downing Street.
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XL Bully Dog Legal Safeguards Come Into Force
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XL Bully Dog Legal Safeguards Come Into Force
New legal safeguards on the ownership of XL Bully dogs come into force across Northern Ireland today, Friday 05 July. Whilst it remains legal to own an XL Bully type dog, from today, owners must ensure their dog is muzzled and on a lead when in a public place. Selling, gifting, exchanging or breeding from an XL Bully type dog is also prohibited.
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DoH Calls For Views On New Health Protection Measures
The Department of Health has launched a consultation asking for views on new health protection measures, being implemented through a Public Health Bill to replace the current Public Health Act (Northern Ireland) 1967.
DoH Calls For Views On New Health Protection Measures
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Men Due In Court On Range Of Terrorism Charges
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Men Due In Court On Range Of Terrorism Charges
Two men are due to appear before Dungannon Magistrates' Court today, Friday 5th July, charged with a number of offences including preparation of terrorist acts, possessing explosives with intent to endanger life or cause serious damage to property and possessing explosives under suspicious circumstances.
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Other news In Brief
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Other news In Brief
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Belfast City Airport Launch New 'Fly Through' Campaign
Belfast City Airport has unveiled a new campaign to highlight its position as the "fly through" airport.
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Northern Ireland WeatherToday:Some bright or sunny intervals but clouding over at times this afternoon. Showers developing through the morning, becoming widespread and occasionally heavy for a time in the afternoon. Maximum temperature 17 °C.Tonight:Scattered showers gradually dying out this evening. The rest of the night will see clear periods but still a few showers across the north and west, but dry elsewhere. Minimum temperature 9 °C.
