Former Principal Jailed Again for Sexual Abuse of Pupils

A retired school principal has been re-imprisoned for four years after repeatedly abusing young boys at a Dublin school over a 40-year period.

18 Mar, 17:06 — 18 Mar, 18:17

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Why this matters

This story highlights the ongoing legal consequences for historical abuse cases within institutions, particularly schools. It underscores the long-term impact on victims and the justice system's continued efforts to address such crimes, even decades after they occurred.

Key entitiesPatrick Harte Sancta Maria Christian Brothers school Dublin

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Former school principal Patrick Harte has been jailed for four years
The abuse involved young boys at a Dublin school
The abuse occurred over a period of approximately 40 years

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Patrick Harte is 84 years old.

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Patrick Harte was employed as a teacher at Sancta Maria Christian Brothers school in Dublin from 1967 to 2007.

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Patrick Harte was a retired school principal.

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Patrick Harte was jailed again for sexual abuse of pupils.

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irish-timesHigh159d ago

‘Sexual predator’: Former school principal jailed for four years

Patrick Harte (84) employed as teacher at Sancta Maria Christian Brothers school in Dublin from 1967 to 2007

By Declan Brennan, Sonya McLean

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rte-newsMostly Factual160d ago