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The offences are alleged to take have taken place on dates between 1971 and 1981 in a number of locations in south Dublin. They relate to four girls, who were aged between eight and fifteen at the time. Some 42 counts relate to one of the complainants, including the charge of attempted rape. The man is charged with 34 counts of indecent assault of a second complainant, two counts of indecent assault of a third complainant, and one charge of indecent assault of a fourth. Advertisement At the Central Criminal Court this morning, Mr Justice Paul McDermott set a trial date for 15 June 2026. Karl Monahan BL, appearing for the accused, told the court that the trial is likely to go into a third week. The judge set a date for case management for 30 January next year, and said that all disclosure in the case should be completed by that date. The accused was not present in court. He was arrested at Dublin Airport in July after being extradited from the US and was subsequently charged. He appeared before the Central Criminal Court on 29 July, where Judge Michele Finan told him that if he is to rely on an alibi, he had to give notice to the DPP within 14 days. Readers like you are keeping these stories free for everyone... A mix of advertising and supporting contributions helps keep paywalls away from valuable information like this article. Over 5,000 readers like you have already stepped up and support us with a monthly payment or a once-off donation. Support The Journal Send Tip or Correction Embed this post To embed this post, copy the code below on your site Email “Trial of man charged over 79 historical sexual abuse allegations set for next June”. Recipient's Email Feedback on “Trial of man charged over 79 historical sexual abuse allegations set for next June”. Your Feedback Your Email (optional) Report a Comment Please select the reason for reporting this comment. Please give full details of the problem with the comment... 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