Man who was victim of false rape claim ‘just wants case over and done with’

Ann Marie Keenan (37) pleaded guilty to making false statements to gardaí. Photo: Collins Courts

Andrew Phelan

A woman who admitted making a false rape allegation against a man has been given a chance to take part in a restorative justice programme.

Ann Marie Keenan (37), who repeatedly “stuck to” her untrue story in garda statements, had her case further adjourned after a court heard the man did not wish to make a victim-impact statement. Judge Monika Leech remanded Keenan on continuing bail when she appeared in Dublin District Court.