A man in his 70s arrested in connection with an investigation into Scouting Ireland (Previous Press Release PR12572/2020 refers) was last night, Friday 14th February 2020 released without charge. A file will now be prepared for the information of the Director of Public Prosecutions.
Gardaí have arrested a man in his 70s in relation to sexual offences that are alleged to have occurred over a 30 year period.
The investigation surrounds a number of complaints relating to an individual associated with Scouting Ireland. To date, An Garda Síochána has carried out a lengthy investigation into these matters. </
As part of the investigation Gardaí from the Protective Services Unit in Cork city, with the assistance of local Gardaí, carried out four searches at properties in Co. Cork and one in Co. Kerry. During the searches Gardaí seized documentation, electronic devices and computers.
An Garda Síochána is continuing to liaise with the review group and Tusla in relation to these matters and thanks them for their assistance to date.
Each and every complaint made to An Garda Síochána will be investigated with professionalism and compassion. An Garda Síochána is appealing to any victim(s) who have not yet come forward to make a complaint at their local Garda station or via the confidential historical abuse phone line at 1800 555 222.
The man is currently detained at Togher Garda Station under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act, 1984.
