Jury Deadlocked in Case of Dublin Firefighter Accused of Raping American Woman

The jury has been unable to reach a verdict in the retrial of Terence Crosbie, a Dublin firefighter accused of raping an American woman. The incident allegedly took place in a Boston hotel room during St. Patrick’s Day celebrations. The jury deliberated for a full day but could not arrive at a conclusion.

Case Background

Terence Crosbie, 38, has been in custody for 18 months while awaiting trial for the alleged rape of a 29-year-old woman. The incident is said to have occurred at the Omni Parker House hotel in downtown Boston on March 15, 2024, after Crosbie had celebrated at a local bar.

Events Leading Up to the Incident

• Crosbie flew to Boston from Dublin on March 14, 2024.
• He attended celebrations with work colleagues prior to the incident.
• Crosbie was expected to leave Boston on March 18, 2024.

Trial Proceedings

The retrial follows a previous hearing that ended in a mistrial. During the current proceedings, the defense argued for Crosbie’s innocence. Daniel Reilly, representing Crosbie, emphasized the lack of video evidence and conclusive DNA results, asserting reasonable doubt in the prosecution’s claims.

Arguments Presented

• Defense lawyer Daniel Reilly emphasized “reasonable doubt” in the case.
• No audio or video evidence of the alleged assault was presented.
• The alleged victim was found to be inebriated, raising questions about her state during the incident.

In contrast, prosecutor Erin Murphy urged the jury to convict Crosbie. She highlighted the detailed account provided by the alleged victim and argued that there was no reason for her to fabricate her story. Murphy pointed out that Mr. Crosbie was the only other man present in the hotel room at the time.

Key Testimonies

• Doctors and nurses who treated the victim described her as “clinically sober” upon arrival at the hospital.
• Murphy noted that Crosbie left for Logan Airport early, suggesting he was aware of his culpability.

Current Status

As the jury has retired for the night, they are expected to resume deliberations on Friday. Crosbie remains in custody at Suffolk County Jail with a bail set at $50,000.

If you or anyone you know has been affected by similar issues, support is available. The national 24-hour Rape Crisis Helpline can be reached at 1800-77 8888.