07/06/2013

Ex-Priest Jailed For Abuse Given More Jail Time

A former priest, jailed for sexually abusing nine boys in the 1970s and 80s, has had his 16-year sentence increased by 15 months after admitting abusing two more boys.

Known as "the singing priest" because of his role in the All Priests Show, 59-year-old Tony Walsh admitted abusing a 10-year-old and an 11-year-old boy in 1979, while curate in Ballyfermot.

It is understood the Walsh is currently appealing his 16-year-sentence.

(MH/IT)


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