Urgent: Man in His 80s Charged with Historic Indecent Assaults

UPDATE: An elderly man in his 80s has been charged with six counts of indecent assault related to incidents at the CBS Primary School in Callan, Co. Kilkenny. The charges stem from events that occurred between September 1, 1977 and June 30, 1979, shocking both the accused and the local community.

Authorities confirm that the man was arrested earlier today, just before his court appearance at the Kilkenny District Court. He expressed disbelief at the allegations, stating, “I’m totally shocked that I’m being charged today. I am completely innocent and I’m puzzled as to why or whom has made this complaint against me.” His responses to each charge were consistently the same, emphasizing his surprise and denial.

The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has directed that these six “sample counts” be prosecuted on indictment, indicating the seriousness of the case. The court proceedings revealed that there was no objection to bail, allowing the man to remain free under specific conditions. He must reside at a specified address, provide a contact number to the authorities, surrender his passport, and refrain from applying for any travel documents without prior agreement with the police.

The man has been remanded on bail to return for a court sitting in December for the presentation of a Book of Evidence. This case has drawn significant attention due to its historical nature and the sensitive subject matter involving child safety in educational environments.

As the community processes this shocking news, many are left wondering about the implications of such historic charges and their impact on the victims involved. The case raises important questions about accountability and the long-term effects of such incidents on individuals and communities alike.

Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story as it unfolds.