KIERAN GALLAGHER FROM CRAIGAVON FACES DELAYED SENTENCING DUE TO ILL HEALTH

In July 2022, the case of Kieran Gallagher, a 63-year-old man from Larkfield Meadows in Craigavon, was scheduled to be heard at Laganside Crown Court. Gallagher, who has a long history of committing sexual offenses, was set to face sentencing on multiple serious charges. The court proceedings involved 11 counts of indecent assault on a female, an attempted indecent assault on a female, an indecent assault on a male, and an additional count of indecent assault on a female. These allegations span several decades, with incidents dating back to the 1970s and continuing into the 2000s, involving numerous victims over this extensive period.

During the initial court session on Monday, Her Honour Judge McCormick QC announced that the case could not proceed as planned due to Gallagher’s health issues. The judge explained that Gallagher’s ill health prevented him from participating fully in the proceedings, leading to the adjournment. She stated her intention to list the case for a further mention on Tuesday, September 6, to determine an appropriate date for the sentencing. Judge McCormick also indicated that she expects to preside over the sentencing in Antrim once a suitable date is identified.

Additional details revealed that Gallagher’s wife is employed as a child carer, providing services from their home for the past 15 years. This information adds context to Gallagher’s personal life, which has been under scrutiny amid the ongoing legal process. The case’s postponement underscores the serious nature of the allegations and the complexities involved in scheduling justice for the victims. The court will revisit the matter on the specified date to establish a new timetable for sentencing, bringing some measure of resolution closer for those affected by Gallagher’s actions.