Dublin Firefighter Terence Crosbie Receives Seven-Year Minimum Sentence for Rape Conviction in Boston

Dublin firefighter Terence Crosbie has received a minimum sentence of seven years for the rape of a woman in Boston. This sentencing occurred during a hearing on Thursday, where the presiding judge characterized the assault as an act of “extraordinary sexual violence.” Crosbie’s sentence ranges from seven to nine years. The prosecution had sought a harsher penalty of nine to twelve years, calling the assault a shocking event within the confines of a hotel room.

Details of the Case

Crosbie’s conviction arrived following a jury trial that concluded last Friday. He was found guilty of raping a 29-year-old attorney in a hotel room during a trip to Boston for the St. Patrick’s Day weekend. The jury deliberated for 15 hours over four-and-a-half days before reaching a unanimous verdict. He faced a maximum sentence of 20 years but received a lesser term due to specific circumstances.

Victim’s Testimony

• The victim described waking up to find Crosbie raping her.
• She had met Crosbie’s colleague, Liam O’Brien, at a bar and returned to their hotel.
• During the assault, Crosbie allegedly told her that she “liked it.”
• She managed to escape to the bathroom and immediately contacted a friend and a hospital afterward.

Legal Proceedings

This case had initially resulted in a mistrial due to a hung jury. Crosbie testified in both trials, maintaining his innocence and claiming he had never touched the victim. His lawyer requested a lighter sentence of three to five years, emphasizing his client’s commitment to becoming a better individual.

Crosbie’s Future

Crosbie has been in custody since his arrest on March 16, 2024, as he attempted to flee the country. Following the verdict, he remains on remand while the legal process concludes.

Reactions to the Sentencing

The victim expressed her trauma in court, emphasizing that “no one should ever go through what I went through.” The prosecution painted a stark picture of the events, contrasting the accounts given by Crosbie’s defense, which labeled her as an “unreliable reporter.”