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07 Sept 2025

Gardaí investigate alleged sexual assault of woman in Longford

Gardaí are investigating an alleged serious sexual assault of a woman in Longford town last night.

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The alleged incident took place at around 7pm.

The victim, who is aged in her late 30s, made a complaint to gardai soon after the alleged incident is believed to have occurred.

Gardai sealed off a house earlier today as forensic experts carried out an examination of the scene.

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No arrests have yet been made, though it is understood a man in his 30s, accompanied by a male acquaintance presented at Longford Garda Station today to give a voluntary statement.

Gardaí have confirmed this evening that an investigation has been launched and that enquiries are ongoing.

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