This  item will be distressing for some listeners and may not be suitable for young ears**

Aimee Foley was systematically abused by her father Michael from the age of 8  she spoke out and reported him 10 years later and last December Michael O’Donoghue was sentenced to only 5 years in prison, Aimee shared her story with Pat on the show this morning.

Anyone affected by the issues in this article can contact the Dublin Rape Crisis Centre on the National 24-Hour Helpline at 1800 77 8888. 

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