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flag John Ryan sentenced to 10 years for harassing and arson against a woman in Limerick, with lifetime contact bans and therapy ordered.

flag John Ryan, 34, was sentenced to 10 years in prison for harassing a woman and setting her home on fire in Limerick, with Judge Simon McAleese citing the severity of the crimes but noting Ryan’s trauma, remorse, and potential for rehabilitation. flag Ryan admitted to sending distressing messages in June 2024 and breaking into the woman’s home in August using chisels, causing her to flee before setting it ablaze. flag Despite a prior criminal record, including an arson conviction, the judge reduced the sentence from 15 to 10 years, backdated to August 10, 2024, and combined it with a reduced harassment charge. flag The court imposed lifetime restrictions on contact with the victim and ordered psychological treatment, with the judge stating prison was essential for both rehabilitation and public safety. flag The victim said she is rebuilding her life with family support.

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