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Dublin Firefighter Terence Crosbie‘s Retrial Continues in Boston Rape Case
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Updated October 22, 2025, 13:58:49 EDT
what Happened?
Terence Crosbie, a 38-year-old firefighter from Dublin, is on trial for a second time in Boston, accused of raping a 29-year-old American woman at the Omni Parker House hotel on March 15, 2024. The alleged incident occurred after Crosbie adn colleagues were in Boston for St. Patrick’s Day celebrations. His first trial ended in a mistrial last June.
On Tuesday, October 22, 2025, the fourth day of evidence was presented in court. Crosbie testified that he had “minimal interaction” with the alleged victim at the Black Rose bar prior to the incident. He maintains his innocence.
The Arrest and Initial Events
According to court documents and reporting from IrishCentral, Crosbie arrived in boston with work colleagues as part of the St. Patrick’s Day festivities.The alleged assault took place the morning after a night of festivity at the Black Rose bar.
Boston Police responded to a report at the Omni Parker House hotel. By the time officers reached the airplane Crosbie was scheduled to depart on, the flight doors had already closed. Sergeant Fiore collaborated with Customs officials,as required for international flights,to return the plane to the gate. Customs officers then boarded to confirm Crosbie’s identity.
Body camera footage shown to the jury depicted Crosbie being removed from the plane,appearing cooperative during the process. He has been held at the Suffolk County Jail on $50,000 bail since his arrest.
Key Details and Timeline
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| March 14,2024 | Terence Crosbie and colleagues celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at the Black Rose bar in Boston. |
| March 15, 2024 | Alleged assault occurs at the Omni Parker House hotel. |
| June 2024 | First trial ends in a mistrial. |
| October 22, 2025 | Fourth day of evidence presented in the retrial. Crosbie testifies. |
Legal Proceedings and Bail
Crosbie is pleading not guilty. The current trial represents his second attempt to clear his name. The initial trial’s mistrial suggests complexities in the evidence or legal arguments presented. The $50,000 bail set by the court reflects the seriousness of the charges.