Garda investigates allegations of sexual abuse brought against Garda by family members

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Garda in the south of the country is investigating allegations of sexual abuse brought against a garda by members of his family.

a Garda has been suspended while the investigation continues into the allegation that he sexually abused his daughters for more than a decade, the Irish Daily Star reported.

The officer was arrested after family members showed up at a guard post and issued a statement.

It is understood that the case is being investigated by specialist detectives who are part of a squad that examines abuse and sexual assault.

A statement released by garda said: Following a garda investigation into allegations of child abuse, a member of An Garda Siochna based in the south of the country was arrested and suspended.

As this is an ongoing investigation, An Garda Siochna is not commenting further at this time.

It is understood that the alleged abuse came to light after one of the victims was hospitalized when she fell ill and the accused is being investigated for crimes such as rape and sexual abuse. .

It is alleged that the crimes were perpetrated against several of his daughters over a period of 12 years.

If found guilty, the garda could be sentenced to life imprisonment.

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